There is a unique and often painful tension inherent in being a Christian grandparent in the twenty-first century. You possess a lifetime of spiritual wisdom and a burning desire to see your grandchildren walking in the truth, yet you have zero official authority over how they are raised. It is heartbreaking to watch your grandchildren grow up in a home that may not prioritize church, or to see them being exposed to cultural philosophies that contradict the Gospel. The natural instinct is to intervene, to "preach" to the kids, or to criticize the parents’ choices, but in the modern family ecosystem, being pushy is the quickest way to have your access revoked. To be a truly effective grandparent, you must master the art of "Influence over Authority." You are playing a "Long Game" where the goal is to become the most loving, safe, and joyful presence in your grandchild’s life, so that when they eventually face the inevitable storms of life, they naturally turn to you - and the God you serve - for answers.
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