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Passing the Baton of Faith: A Family Legacy

In today’s world, we often talk about success, careers, and personal achievements—but what about the most important legacy we can leave behind? Our faith. Just like runners in a relay race, we are responsible for passing the baton of faith to the next generation. The Bible is filled with examples of families who successfully carried out this mission. So how can we do the same?

Faith Starts at Home

The journey of faith begins within the family. Timothy, one of Paul’s closest disciples, first learned about God from his mother, Eunice, and his grandmother, Lois (2 Timothy 1:5). Their sincere faith left a deep imprint on his heart, guiding him towards a life dedicated to Christ. Likewise, Proverbs 22:6 reminds us, “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” Our children are watching us—how we pray, worship, and live out our faith. It is not enough to take them to church on Sabbaths; they need to see consistent, living faith at home.

Walking Together in Faith

Abraham and Isaac provide a powerful illustration of faith being shared between generations. When God called Abraham to offer Isaac on Mount Moriah, the Bible says, “So the two of them went together” (Genesis 22:6). This was more than a physical journey—it was a journey of faith. Abraham involved Isaac in God’s work, just as we must involve our children in the life of the church. Giving them responsibilities, letting them serve, and teaching them to trust God will prepare them to stand firm in their faith.

But faith transmission is not just about involvement, it’s about relationships. Abraham carried the fire and the knife, representing the role of parents in keeping the spiritual flame alive through prayer and discernment. At the same time, Isaac’s obedience teaches young believers to trust and respect their spiritual mentors (Ephesians 6:1). When families walk together in faith, the bond between parents and children strengthens, making faith an unshakable foundation.

Building a Strong Family Altar

A thriving church is built on strong families, and strong families are built on daily devotion and worship. Setting aside time for family prayer and Bible study is essential. Psalm 127:1 says, “Unless the LORD builds the house, they labor in vain who build it.” We invest time in education, sports, and careers, shouldn’t we invest even more in spiritual growth? Parents, leading by example, can create a home where faith is nurtured, and children grow up knowing that God is their foundation.

Carrying the Baton Forward

We are living in the final stretch of this spiritual relay race. As Paul mentored Timothy, we must also take time to mentor the next generation. Who are we guiding? Who are we encouraging? Faith is not just for us; it is meant to be passed on. 1 Timothy 3:5 reminds us, “If a man does not know how to rule his own house, how will he take care of the church of God?” Let us commit to strengthening our families so that our faith continues for generations.

Let us build our families on the Word of God, making our homes a place where faith thrives and Christ’s love reigns. Come and learn more about the Doctrine through bible study, sermons and fellowship. We warmly invite you to our upcoming Spring Evangelical Service and Spiritual Convocation (ESSC) to discover how we can ensure a lasting spiritual legacy. Come, bring your family, and let’s run this race together in faith!

You can also join us for the Spring 2025 ESSC via online streaming.  

Thursday, April 17, 2025 6:50PM to 8:10PM
Friday and Saturday, April 18-19, 2025 9:00AM to 8:10PM
Sunday, April 20, 2025 9:00AM to 1:00PM

Please find our church location below:

4N550 Church Road
Bensenville, IL 60106
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In the meantime, please feel free to join us for our regular Sabbath (Friday evening and Saturday) services online or in-person.

Friday Evening Service:  7:50PM – 9:00PM

Saturday Morning Service:  10:50AM – 12:00Noon

Saturday Afternoon Service:  1:30PM – 2:40PM

Email us at ilovejesus@tjc-chicago.org