How to Bless Your Children

A second thing that came from the blessing was a kind of security from my parents. By being blessed right before bedtime, I was able to sleep better, knowing that I was safe because both God and my parents were watching over me. This helped me through many nightmares and times when I thought monsters were under my bed! I realize even more now how powerful the blessing of God is, and I plan to do the same thing for my children.” -Robert, age 20 Conclusion The Book of Proverbs concludes with a description of a “woman of Godly character.” What is said of the response to her parenting relates as well to Godly fathers, their “children arise and call them blessed” Proverbs 31:28, (NIV). In Christ, we bless each other as God, in Christ, has blessed us. Parents and grandparents are called to bless their kids – and then our children will rise up in blessing for us! 15