Qualities of good parents

Genesis 25 vs.28 – And Isaac loved Esau because he ate of his game, but Rebekah loved Jacob.

1. Isaac and Rebekah had two sons, but did not raise them up jointly in love.
2. Isaac loved Esau, but Rebekah loved Jacob.
3. This conflict set in a chain of reactions later in life that caused enemity between the two sons.
4. Parents have a duty to love all children equally. Even if you have a preference for any child, you should not show this outwardly.
5. This is what makes you a good father or good mother.

Prayer

Holy Spirit, teach me how to train up my children in Jesus name.