Introduction We have often heard and quoted this verse recorded in the book of Acts. Even the secular world often quotes this verse which the apostle Paul attributed to our Lord and Saviour. In the preceding verses, Paul was making the case for disciples to understand the present needs of his time; he mentioned “you must support the weak” (referring to the poor amongst themselves). Those were troubling times in the ancient world, when Christianity was in its infancy, under Roman rule and...

In part 1 of the article, we discussed time management matters, let us look deeper for part 2. Social issues With social media and lack of parental supervision, our children are exposed to issues such as: Cyberbullying Pop culture and its effects Gangs and bad company Premarital sex, abortion and suicidal thoughts Lack of control over spending/finances Vaping/smoking/drugs Do we teach our children to ‘flee from all appearances of evil’ (1 Thessalonians 5:22). Or ‘Do not be deceived (misled),...

Introduction Coming from a non-Christian background and converting to Christianity, I often wonder about the importance of teaching, sustaining our children to remain in the church. It is extremely troubling that children are not attending services (converted and the unconverted) living in Christian households. Why and how this has occurred and the roles the parents have played in their upbringing? For as long as the child remains in the Christian home, he/she is subjected directly to the...