I Have A Question 10/12/2025

Devotional

Day 1: Dedicating Our Children to God Shapes Their Destiny

When we dedicate our children to God, we are not simply performing a ritual, but making a powerful declaration over their lives, entrusting them to His care and inviting His promises to be fulfilled in them. This act is a partnership with God, acknowledging that He is the author of their story and that His plans for them are good. As we lay hands and pray, we are sowing seeds of faith, protection, and purpose that will bear fruit for generations. [37:08]

Proverbs 22:6 (The Passion Translation)
"Dedicate your children to God and point them in the way that they should go, and the values they’ve learned from you will be with them for life."

Reflection: Who in your life—child, grandchild, or spiritual child—can you intentionally pray over and dedicate to God today, asking Him to write His story in their life?

Day 2: The Enduring Power of God’s Word in Our Families

The Word of God, when spoken and lived out in our homes, never returns void. Seeds of Scripture planted in the hearts of children will flourish, sometimes years later, producing faith, wisdom, and godly character. Even when children seem to go their own way, the truth of God’s Word remains active, working in their lives and drawing them back to Him. Trust that every prayer, every Bible story, and every declaration of faith over your family is powerful and eternal. [42:31]

Isaiah 55:11 (ESV)
"So shall my word be that goes out from my mouth; it shall not return to me empty, but it shall accomplish that which I purpose, and shall succeed in the thing for which I sent it."

Reflection: What is one promise from God’s Word you can declare over your family today, believing it will bear fruit in God’s perfect timing?

Day 3: No Greater Joy Than Seeing Our Children Walk in Truth

There is a unique and profound joy that comes from witnessing our children, whether biological or spiritual, living out the truth of God’s Word. This is the legacy we long to leave: children who honor God, walk in His ways, and fulfill their divine destiny. Our greatest success as parents, mentors, and role models is not in their achievements, but in their faithfulness to God’s truth. [43:44]

3 John 1:4 (ESV)
"I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth."

Reflection: How can you encourage or affirm someone younger in their faith journey today, letting them know the joy it brings to see them follow Jesus?

Day 4: Trusting God to Write Our Family’s Story

When we surrender the pen of our lives and our families to God, He writes a story more beautiful than we could imagine. Trusting Him means letting go of control and allowing Him to shape our memories, our milestones, and our legacy. Each act of faith, each prayer, and each moment of surrender becomes a chapter in a testimony of God’s goodness and faithfulness. [40:45]

Psalm 139:16 (ESV)
"Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book were written, every one of them, the days that were formed for me, when as yet there was none of them."

Reflection: What is one area of your family’s story you need to surrender to God today, trusting Him to write it with His wisdom and love?

Day 5: The Power of Prayer and Community in Raising Children

Raising children in faith is not a solo journey; it is strengthened by the prayers and support of a loving community. Gathering together to pray, encourage, and model godliness for the next generation creates a foundation that cannot be shaken. As we pray for wisdom, strength, and protection over our families, we invite God’s supernatural help and declare His purposes over every child. [39:32]

James 5:16 (ESV)
"Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working."

Reflection: Who can you partner with in prayer this week—another parent, grandparent, or friend—to intentionally lift up the children in your lives before God?

Sermon Summary

Today was a day of joy and gratitude as we gathered to dedicate baby Angela Carmen to the Lord, surrounded by her loving family, godparents, and our church community. There is something so precious about these moments—presenting our children to Jesus, declaring God’s promises over their lives, and remembering that every child is a gift and a message from God. Angela’s name itself is a reminder: “messenger” and “vineyard of God,” speaking prophetically of her destiny to carry God’s word and song into the world. We celebrated not only her life, but also the faithfulness of her parents, Isabel and Carlos, who have trusted God through every season, and the joy of her big brother Josue, whose life is a testimony to the power of prayer and dedication.

We reflected on the importance of capturing these moments, not just in photos, but in our hearts—recognizing that these milestones are unique and fleeting. As parents and godparents, we are called to more than just celebration; we are entrusted with the responsibility to raise our children in the ways of the Lord, to teach them, to model faith, and to declare God’s word over them. Proverbs reminds us to “train up a child in the way they should go,” and the Passion Translation beautifully says to “dedicate your children to God and point them in the way they should go, and the values they have learned from you will be with them for life.” The seeds of faith sown in our children’s hearts will bear fruit for generations.

There is no greater joy than to see our children walking in truth, fulfilling God’s perfect plan for their lives. The legacy we leave is not just material, but spiritual—a legacy of faith, prayer, and the word of God. We prayed for Angela, for her parents, for her brother, and for her godparents, asking God to grant wisdom, strength, protection, and joy. We also opened the altar for anyone who wanted to dedicate their life to Jesus or return to Him, reminding everyone that God’s invitation is always open, and His love is always available.

Key Takeaways

1. The act of dedicating our children to God is more than a ceremony; it is a prophetic declaration over their lives. When we lay hands and speak God’s promises, we are partnering with heaven to shape their destiny, trusting that God’s word will not return void but will accomplish what He desires in their lives. [37:16]
2. Our role as parents and godparents is to be living examples of faith, integrity, and love. The most powerful legacy we can leave is not just what we say, but how we live—honoring God in our daily walk so that our children and godchildren see a faith worth imitating. [45:04]
3. The seeds of faith planted in childhood have lifelong impact. Even decades later, the prayers, scriptures, and godly discipline imparted by faithful parents continue to bear fruit, reminding us that our investment in our children’s spiritual lives is never wasted. [42:12]
4. Prayer is the foundation for our families. Gathering together to pray, declaring God’s promises, and interceding for our children and each other is not just a tradition, but a source of supernatural strength, wisdom, and protection for every member of the household. [39:38]
5. God’s invitation is always open, no matter where we are in life. Whether dedicating a child, returning to faith, or coming to Jesus for the first time, there is always grace, restoration, and a new beginning available for anyone who responds to His call. [104:18]

Youtube Chapters

[00:00] - Welcome
[34:30] - Introduction to Baby Dedication
[34:44] - Presenting Angela Carmen
[35:18] - Celebrating the Moment
[35:52] - The Value of Memories
[36:26] - Testimony of Faith and Prayer
[37:34] - The Meaning of Angela’s Name
[38:22] - Introducing Family and Godparents
[38:55] - Honoring Big Brother Josue
[39:26] - Declaring God’s Promises Over Children
[40:45] - Trusting God with Our Family’s Story
[41:43] - Training Up a Child in God’s Ways
[43:03] - Presenting the Bible and Spiritual Legacy
[45:36] - Prayers for the Family
[49:54] - Worship and Thanksgiving
[103:54] - Invitation to Receive Jesus
[105:28] - Open Altar and Closing Worship

Bible Study Guide

Bible Reading

Proverbs 22:6 (ESV) — > Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.

3 John 1:4 (ESV) — > I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.

Observation Questions

According to Proverbs 22:6, what is the result of training up a child in the way they should go?
In the sermon, what did the pastor say is the meaning of Angela Carmen’s name, and how does it relate to her destiny? [[37:34]]
What did the pastor say is the most powerful legacy parents and godparents can leave for their children? [[45:04]]
How did the church community participate in the dedication of Angela Carmen and her family? [[45:36]]

Interpretation Questions

Why does the Bible emphasize dedicating children to God and teaching them His ways? How might this shape a child’s future? [[41:43]]
The pastor mentioned that the seeds of faith planted in childhood have lifelong impact. What does this mean for parents and godparents today? [[42:12]]
What does it look like for parents and godparents to be “living examples of faith, integrity, and love” in everyday life? [[45:04]]
The sermon ended with an open invitation to dedicate or rededicate one’s life to Jesus. Why do you think this invitation was included in a baby dedication service? [[01:44:18]]

Application Questions

Think about your own family or the children in your life. What are some specific ways you can “train up a child in the way they should go” this week? [[41:43]]
The pastor talked about capturing special moments not just in photos, but in our hearts. What is one recent milestone or moment with your family that you want to remember and thank God for? [[35:52]]
How can you be intentional about declaring God’s promises over the children in your life? Is there a specific promise or scripture you want to speak over them? [[39:26]]
The sermon highlighted the importance of prayer as the foundation for families. What is one way you can make prayer a regular part of your family’s routine? [[39:38]]
The pastor said the most powerful legacy is not just what we say, but how we live. Is there an area of your life where you want to be a better example of faith for your children or those watching you? [[45:04]]
If you are a parent, godparent, or mentor, what is one value or lesson you hope the children in your life will carry with them for years to come? How can you reinforce that this week? [[41:50]]
The invitation was given for anyone to dedicate or rededicate their life to Jesus. Is there an area of your life where you feel God is inviting you to a new beginning or deeper commitment? What step can you take in response? [[01:44:18]]

Sermon Clips

If you have not accepted Jesus, you have not accepted Jesus in your heart. Or maybe, maybe you've been away for a little bit and you got sidetracked and you want to come and you want to come back to his feet and say, man, God, I'm sorry. I want to make it right. I want to love on you. I want to live for you. I want to be everything that you made me and designed me to be. [01:44:05] (20 seconds) #ReturnToJesus

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