I Understood by Books: God’s Provision for Wise Parenting
A Little Humor to Start:
A little boy was asked by his Sunday school teacher, “What do we learn from the story of Adam and Eve?” He thought for a moment and replied, “Well… I learned that if you don’t have anyone to blame, blame the snake!” 🤣
Parenting can sometimes feel like that—full of unexpected twists, finger-pointing, and moments where we wonder, “Did I sign up for this?” But here’s the good news: God never left us without help.
Romans 11:33 (KJV)
“O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable are his judgments, and his ways past finding out!”
The wisdom of God is deep, inexhaustible, and multifaceted. No single person can ever fully comprehend the greatness of His wisdom in one lifetime. Yet, in His mercy, God has chosen to reveal His wisdom progressively through His Word, through faithful teachers, and through the testimonies of men and women who have walked with Him.
This truth is especially important in parenting. Raising children is one of life’s greatest responsibilities, yet God never intended parents to navigate it alone. His wisdom has already been revealed for our benefit.
One of the clearest biblical examples of this is found in the life of Daniel.
Daniel 9:2 (KJV)
“In the first year of his reign I Daniel understood by books the number of the years…”
Daniel did not receive understanding by starting from the beginning. He studied the writings that God had already given through His prophet Jeremiah. Through those writings, he understood God’s purpose and responded with faith and prayer.
This teaches us an important principle: God often brings understanding through His written Word and through the faithful writings of those who have learned His ways. The principle Daniel applied to understanding prophecy is the same principle parents can apply to raising children. We learn from God’s Word first, then from the experiences of faithful believers who have already walked the journey before us.
We Do Not Have to Start From Scratch
One of the greatest mistakes we can make is believing that our situation is unique or that no one has ever faced the challenges before us.
God’s Word reminds us otherwise.
Ecclesiastes 1:9 (KJV)
“The thing that hath been, it is that which shall be… and there is no new thing under the sun.”
There is nothing you are going through today that someone has not gone through before. Whether it is the challenge of raising children, building a godly home, overcoming fear, navigating difficult seasons, or dealing with the pressures of modern life, someone has walked that road before you and, by God’s grace, came out victorious.
This is one of God’s beautiful provisions for His children. We do not all have to learn through painful experience. We can learn through Scripture, through godly examples, and through the written testimonies of faithful believers.
Life is full of challenges, and parenting is no exception. Every parent desires to raise children who love God, honour His Word, and become a blessing to their generation.
The encouraging truth is this: we do not have to discover everything by trial and error.
God has raised faithful men and women throughout history who have walked this path before us. They have learned valuable lessons, overcome challenges, and recorded biblical principles that can help the next generation.
Their testimonies become learning opportunities for us.
God’s Word Comes First
The Bible remains our final authority in every area of life.
Every book we read, every teaching we receive, and every piece of advice we follow must agree with God’s Word.
Yet God also gives teachers to help us understand and apply biblical truth.
Isaiah 30:20-21 (KJV)
“And though the Lord give you the bread of adversity, and the water of affliction, yet shall not thy teachers be removed into a corner any more… And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it…”
God does not leave His children without guidance. He gives us His Spirit, His Word, and faithful teachers who point us back to Him.
Learn From Proven Lives
Not every book deserves our attention.
As Christian parents, we should intentionally seek books written by men and women whose lives, families, and ministries demonstrate faithfulness to God’s Word. Their counsel should never replace Scripture, but it can help us apply Scripture more wisely.
Throughout history, God has raised men and women whose families, ministries, and lives testify to the faithfulness of His Word. Many have prayerfully documented the lessons God taught them so that others may benefit from their experiences.
Personally, I have been greatly encouraged by reading books on godly parenting written by seasoned Christian leaders, including Pastor Mrs Faith Oyedepo. Their biblical insights challenged me, strengthened my faith, and gave me practical wisdom for raising children God’s way.
Reading such books is not replacing God; it is learning from the testimonies of those whom God has already taught.
A Wise Parent Never Stops Learning
A wise parent is a humble parent.
Proverbs 1:5 (KJV)
“A wise man will hear, and will increase learning…”
There is always something new to learn, another lesson to discover, and another biblical principle to apply.
As we continue reading God’s Word and learning from faithful teachers, God enlarges our understanding and equips us to lead our families with greater wisdom.
Just as Daniel understood through books, we too can grow in understanding by faithfully studying God’s Word and learning from biblically sound, proven voices.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your Holy Word, which is our perfect guide. Give us humble hearts that are willing to learn. Lead us to faithful teachers and sound biblical resources that strengthen our homes. Grant us wisdom to raise our children according to Your Word, and help us to apply what we learn for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Key Takeaway:
God never intended us to walk the journey of parenting alone. He has provided His Word as our foundation and faithful teachers to help us understand and apply it. Read the Bible diligently. Learn from biblically proven voices. Apply God’s truth faithfully, and trust Him with the results.
I pray that God empowers every parent, every guardian, every teacher, and everyone entrusted with the responsibility of raising children to faithfully train them in the way of the Lord. May He grant us wisdom, discernment, humility, and a teachable spirit as we continue to grow in His truth.
May God help every parent in the mighty name of Jesus.
Grace and peace.
Keep building godly homes, one Scripture at a time.
Remain ever blessed.
Jesus is Lord!
— Michael’s Ministry
