Prepare the future for them (Inheritance) but don't forget to prepare them for that future.  Gillian.    Psalms 127:4-5 (NIV), “ Children  are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. Like  arrows  in the hands of a warrior are  children  born in one's youth. Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them. They will not be put to shame when they contend with the opponents in court.” September is the month I get to reflect a lot about being a parent and a mum because of our kids' birthdays. The last two years have found me very busy, so I have had to integrate activity with contemplation as I slow down to ponder. No matter what happens like the African proverb says, "there is no stone placed on children,they have to grow."    The psalmist seems to be compelling me to not allow that to just happen but be intentional and aware of the invitation by God to partner with Him to raise His children made in His image.  He calls them "arrows" in the

CRAFTING AN ARROW Gillian G. Edube If I was to write about parenting I would only do my shortcomings in this area.   Psalm 127:3 "Behold, children are a gift of the Lord; the fruit of the womb is a reward." That's a nice, warm, safe verse.   I always catch myself flowing with days and years and as I am there Non intentional in many ways, they are growing. Hey just minute then vs 4 say: "Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, so are the children of one's youth." Think about those words. The psalmist refers to children as an arrow—a weapon! And that is no mistake. God has great plans for our children. Arrows are not meant to be kept safe in the quiver. He wants us to eventually release that arrow to make an impact on our world with the love of Christ.   And guess who gets to be the primary "crafter" of the arrow?   ME and YOU. MY STORY: I was raised by a single mum (who I respect so much) I always   Vividly recall my