What do your children actually know about your story?

Not just the family-friendly version.

Not just the lectures about gratitude, respect, or how much harder things were when you were growing up.

Do they know how God rescued you?

Do they know the mistakes you made, the consequences you faced, and the ways God’s grace met you in the middle of your failures?

Many Christian parents spend years warning their children about what not to do, yet never share the testimony that explains why.

Interestingly, Scripture does the exact opposite. The Bible doesn’t hide the failures of Abraham, Moses, David, Peter, or countless others. It tells the whole story—the victories, the sins, the consequences, and ultimately the grace of God.

So should we do the same with our children?

And if so, how much should we share?

Today’s readings offer some surprising insights about the power of testimony, the importance of telling the next generation what God has done, and two dangers every parent should avoid when sharing their story.