Lois and Eunice

Faith First In Thy Grandmother Lois, And

Thy Mother Eunice (2 Timothy 1:5)

It is a great blessing to have a mother. It is even greater to have a grandmother working as a team to raise a child. Such was the fortune of the young Evangelist, Timothy-2 Timothy 1:5.

Relationship

Of the various family relationship, that of mother-daughter or mother-son is indeed tight. These two relationships are mentioned in the above passage along with grandmother- grandson. This is a good example of the power of the extended family. One should never interpret, “leave father and mother” to mean abandon parents-Matthew 19:5.

Reputation

Lois and Eunice were known for their faith 2Timothy 1:5. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you were remembered for your faith? Abraham and Sarah were recognized for their faith which the Hebrew writer explains, without faith it is impossible to please God-Hebrew 11:8-12, 6. One’s reputation will determine your qualification to serve as elders-1Timothy 3:1-11.

Responsibility

One is not a mother simply because of pregnancy and delivery of a child. One is a mother or grandmother when she fulfils her roles and responsibilities. In our text, Lois and Eunice ensured that their faith was passed on to their son and grandson-2Timothy 1:5. Good parenting involves teaching, talking, binding and writing-Deuteronomy 6:6-9. It also involves training-Proverbs 22:6 and supervision-Proberbs 29:15.

Result

According to Paul, there was a strong correlation between good parenting and good behaviour in children-2Timothy 1:5. Children tend to model the behaviour of their parents- Romans 2:21, 22. When kids do not behave, parents should repent and apologise if they contributed to the bad conduct. If parents are not at fault, they have a duty to pray for the child and continue to demonstrate love- Luke15:20.

Homework

What is the best way to honor your mother?