The Power of a Godly Life

What a great poem and reminder about the power of our example as parents!

Power of a Godly life

I’d rather see a sermon,
Than hear one any day;
I’d rather one would walk with me,
Than merely show the way.

The eye’s a better pupil,
And more willing than the ear;
Mankind’s always confusing,
But example’s always clear.

And the best of all the preachers
Are the ones who live their creed,
For to see good put in action
Is what everybody needs.

I’d soon be willing to do it,
If you’d let me see it done,
I can watch your hands in action,
But your tongue too fast may run.

And the lecture you deliver
May be very wise and true,
But I’d rather get my lesson
By observing what you do.

For I might misunderstand you,
And the high advice you give,
But there’s no misunderstanding
How you act, and how you live.

(Author unknown)

Top Posts

2 Responses

  1. Wow, such true words. I feel like I have read or heard this poem before, but it’s been a while. And these truths never change.
    Thank you for joining in with Throwback Thursday Blog-Style. I hope you stop by again.

Leave a Reply

  • My Obedience Chart

    $0.00
    Add to cart
  • Building Godly character in your children

    30 Days Of Building Godly Character In Your Kids

    $0.00
    Add to cart
  • How to Respond to your Anger

    $0.00
    Add to cart
  • Image shows a book called Little Lads and LAdies of Virtue By Kathie Morrisey

    Little Lads & Ladies of Virtue Character Curriculum

    $25.00$35.00
    Select options
  • Spiral Cover Names of Jesus Advent Countdown The Character Corner

    The Names of Jesus Advent Countdown Printables Pack

    $0.00
    Add to cart
  • Spiral 30 Days of Biblical Motherhood Cover

    31 Days of Biblical Motherhood

    $0.00
    Add to cart
  • 60 Homeschooling Tips From 60 Years

    $9.97
    Add to cart
  • 30 days of Homeschool Encouragement Cover eBook

    30 DAYS OF HOMESCHOOL ENCOURAGEMENT & INSPIRATION EBOOK

    $0.00
    Add to cart
  • Spiral Tween Parenting Encouragement Like Minded Musings Ebook

    3o Days of Tween Parenting Encouragement

    $0.00
    Add to cart
  • Stress Free Homeschooling

    $9.97$11.97
    Select options
  • Image shows a book titled "Lads and Ladies of Wisdom" by Kathie Morrissey

    Lads & Ladies of Wisdom Character Curriculum

    $25.00$35.00
    Select options
  • Valentines Day Coupon book

    Valentine’s Day Coupon Book

    $0.00
    Add to cart
  • Training and correcting the heart

    Training & Correcting the Heart with Scripture

    $9.97$12.97
    Select options
  • PRAYING BIBLICAL VIRTUES FOR YOUR CHILDREN PRAYER JOURNAL

    $9.97$12.97
    Select options
  • Biblical blessing Scripture cards for children

    Biblical Blessing Scripture Cards For Children

    $6.97
    Add to cart