No Comprendo

Scripture ~ And half of their children spoke the language of Ashdod, and could not speak the language of Judah, but spoke according to the language of one or the other people. Nehemiah 13:24

Observation ~ The children could speak the language of the world that they were living in, but they could not speak the language of their heritage. They were so immersed in the culture, they lost their language.

Application ~ Although it is important to be able to understand, and even be able to speak, the language of the culture we live in, it is essential to be able to speak with the language of our heritage. It is not enough to have the ability to speak 'spiritually', but pass this on to the next generation. My kids need a biblical vocabulary (much like Audrey teaching them Italian), complete with a biblical perspective and an understanding of the will, the way, and the works of God. 

Prayer ~ Father, may I model for my kids a spiritual vocabulary, and may it become a part of them.