Did your parents ever use this line when you were a kid? “Do as I say, not as I do!”

It may sound good in theory. But in reality, kids base their habits and attitudes on what they see, not on what they hear.

For example: If parents aren’t grateful, their children won’t be, either. When moms and dads don’t know how to handle conflict, neither will their kids. And if parents never demonstrate self- control, well, you get the point.

Hey, I know that nobody’s perfect. But this week, take my challenge to reflect on the kind of legacy you’re leaving. Do you practice what you preach? Or is it all just talk?

As parents, let’s be godly examples to our families, and both say and do what’s right.

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