Grandparenting

Most of the well-known people of the Bible were grandparents. Many played a key role in history and each has something to teach grandparents today.

There are profound joys and responsibilities of grandparenthood. Gain practical wisdom that illuminates the power of prayer, quality time, and role modeling. This article offers insights for nurturing faith and creating lasting memories with your grandchildren, encouraging a deeper connection and richer family legacy.

One of the best things about being a grandparent is the things you can pass down to your grandchildren. Grandchildren need some things from their grandparents that they can’t get from their parents. Things like sharing family history, teaching family traditions, or learning unique skills. Here are some things you can offer your grandchildren to help strengthen your bond with them.

When writing about the relationship between grandparent and grandchild, it is very common in Christian commentaries and articles to mention Proverbs 17:6. The verse reads, “Children’s children are a crown to the aged.” This scripture seems both fitting and worthy of a greeting card, as it brings to mind visions of the elder generation loving and mutually being adored by their grandchildren.

In the days of King David, when words of wisdom were recorded in the book of Proverbs, family and community life was intimate. Multiple generations were found living beneath one roof and carrying out the duties of family, making a living side-by-side. Three generations could be found at the table, and babies were bounced on the knee by parents and grandparents alike.

While the term crown in Proverbs 17:6 can carry a more romantic and gratifying thought of grandchildren being a reward that beautifies and dignifies the life of a grandparent, in truth, it is imperative that grandparents consider seriously the charge of care and handling that comes with such a reward.

Grandchildren, in the same way as a crown of gold, require proper care and handling. The wise and loving grandparent has the opportunity to treasure and value their grandchildren, seeking at all times to nourish both the child and their relationship with their grandchild. As is common with all relationships, there can be many seen and unseen pitfalls ready to wreak havoc between grandparent and grandchild.

Here are five things that can potentially hurt your relationship with your grandchild and suggestions on how you can avoid these pitfalls.

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Nineteen years ago, our daughter died. This left a five-year-old girl and a seven-month-old boy motherless. Papa and I became instant parents and grandparents. In my experience of raising my grandchildren, I have found that my generation has much to offer our children and grandchildren as they navigate this world, helping them fulfill God’s plan for their lives. 

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If you are a mom or grandmom, you are deserving of blessing and honor for who you are and for all you do. No matter what your age - single or married - here is a prayer of blessing for you for every good work, every good word, and for every act of love you have ever offered on behalf of the ones you love.

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We know Grandparents have every good intention at heart, but here are some things that you might want to be aware of in your goal of lightening the parents' load.

Grandparents are some of the most important people in our lives. They love us, spoil us, and teach us things. We can all learn a lot from their stories and life experiences. Some people have wonderful grandparents, and others do not. If you have or had fantastic grandparents, chances are they have these ten qualities.

There are all kinds of activities you can do on Earth Day with your grandchildren. Talk with them about what matters most to them, and plan crafts and activities to help them learn about and actively protect the planet.

God created everything for a purpose, and that didn’t get lost on grandparents. Let’s explore five reasons God created grandparents.

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Today, let’s take a few moments to stop and reflect on the value of grandparents and how significant they are to God.

Now the bunnies, eggs, and baskets are fine, but they need to be part of a secondary celebration of Easter. I am a grandmother and have seven beautiful grandchildren. I know what getting carried away with Easter baskets and gifts for my grandchildren is like. My husband recently said, “Honey, it looks like Easter threw up in your study!” And he is right.

As always, it is extremely important that we respect the wishes of our adult children. If, however, we are not restricted in speech or action, consider these ideas for celebrating Easter with grandkids whose parents don’t go to church.

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Because we hold a special spot in our grandkids’ lives, we can help them enjoy the season while also still appreciating its significance. So give some serious thought to strategies for celebrating Easter in fresh, meaningful ways that will live in your grandkids’ memories for years to come.

As you plant the flowers, ask the kids questions about what makes the flowers grow, what do we need to make us grow spiritually, etc. One of the high points of a grandmother's life is to lead one of her grandchildren to Christ. Don't miss that opportunity!

You have wisdom your family needs right now. Discover how to partner with your children, honor their authority, and build a Christ-centered legacy your grandchildren will carry long after you are gone.