When Grandchildren Disappoint

Advent is a season of pausing, pondering, and preparing for celebrating the arrival of the Christ Child. It is a time of wonder and expectation. The eyes of a small child, enamored and mesmerized by lights and shining packages, quickly remind us of this fact.

One of the most important virtues we can pass down to our grandchildren is generosity—an outward expression of love rooted in the heart of God. Teaching our grandchildren generosity is more than showing them how to share; it is showing them how to reflect Christ in the way they live.

Most of us will gather later this month to enjoy what I believe is the best mixture of flavors, textures, and colors on the dining room table all year. At some point, the conversation is likely to turn toward what we are grateful for. I love this part of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, mostly because I wait with anticipation to hear the things my grandchildren thank God for.

Psalm 78 isn’t just historical—it’s also instructive. This post walks through the psalm, highlighting lessons we can learn from Israel’s history and sharing ways to remember God’s faithfulness and pass His truth to future generations.