Parents: When your kids ask, “Why do we follow these rules God gives us?” be ready to answer them the way Moses directed—by telling of God’s saving work. Take a few minutes now to anticipate godly behaviors your kids might challenge or complain about, like letting others go first, contentment with less, or sexual purity. Write down now what you plan to say about Jesus so you’ll be ready. For example, “We let others go first because Jesus saved us to be different from the world. He put his personal interests last for our sake—even dying for us. We do the same for others.” Practice frequently
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