A Parent’s Example is Important

[445 words] When I was young, there was a cigarette commercial in which a father was sitting by a tree with his child. He lit a cigarette then set the cigarette package down on the ground. Immediately the small child picked up the package. The lesson was impressive. Little children are watching their parents. Not only are they watching, but they mimic the actions of their parents.  Parents are given to children by God (Ps. 127:3). He expects parents to train their children in the best manner they can (Eph. 6:4). He knows their example is of vital importance. Parents, you need to be what you want your children to become. Do you want them to be honest? Then you be honest.Do you want them to be clean in their speech? Then don’t cuss.Do you want them to be calm? Then cease your outbursts of anger.Do you want them to…