Hear, my son . . . . I have taught you in the way of wisdom. - Proverbs 4:10-11

One is my son's doctor. Another is a popular local TV personality. Several are parents of children who go to school with my son and daughter. Another is well known in the Christian music industry. Some are missionaries. Others work with me at RBC Ministries.

Who are these people? They are students who attended the high school where I taught and where my children have gone to school.

My son Steve and I were looking at names and photos in some old yearbooks not long ago. As I pointed out where those students are today, I was struck by the power of potential.

Who knew what would become of those young people my fellow teachers and I asked to do book reports, diagram sentences, or run sprints and make free throws on the basketball court? But now, with their pathway through life partially complete, I can see that many of them have trusted the Lord and are seeking to honor Him, realizing much of their God-given potential.

In light of Proverbs 3, it's awesome to contemplate what can become of today's youth. If they are taught to walk according to God's wisdom, use the skills He has given them, and follow His leading, they can make a huge difference in whatever future the Lord has in store.

-JDB

O Lord of all the upward road,
Keep strong our youth, we pray;
May age and youth together seek
To follow in Thy way.

-Niedermeyer

We shape tomorrow's world by what we teach our children today.