A Kiss from Rose | Grandparents

📖 Scripture Foundation:

• Proverbs 17:6 (KJV) – “Children’s children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.”

• Deuteronomy 4:9 (KJV) – “Only take heed to thyself, and keep thy soul diligently, lest thou forget the things which thine eyes have seen… but teach them thy sons, and thy sons’ sons.”

• Psalm 103:17 (KJV) – “But the mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto children’s children.”

🔥 Why This Matters Deeply:

Some of the richest relationships are found in the space between generations.

A grandparent’s voice is a melody of wisdom.

A child’s laughter is a song of innocence.

And when these two meet—pure, unrestricted by pride or misunderstanding—God smiles.

But in today’s world, that connection is often stolen:

– by busyness

– by broken trust

– by strained relationships between parent and grandparent

– or by lack of desire or awareness

Too many children are growing up without the steady arms of a grandparent to hold them, guide them, or remind them of their roots. And too many grandparents are sitting in silence—willing, ready, longing—but not invited in.

This is a call to restore, rekindle, and reclaim that sacred bond.

🙏🏽 Prayer for Favor & Reconciliation Between Grandparents and Their Grandchildren:

Heavenly Father,

You are the God of generations—Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. You created families with intention. You did not design love to skip a generation, nor wisdom to die with age.

Today, I bring before You the hearts of grandparents—those who have walked through life’s storms, who have cried over their children and now pray silently over their grandchildren. Let them not be forgotten, overlooked, or dismissed. Place within them a fresh desire to be present, to pour out, and to plant seeds of wisdom and love into young hearts.

Lord, soften the hearts of parents. Let them not withhold the blessing of relationship from their children. Let old wounds be healed, old assumptions be dissolved, and bridges be rebuilt. Show them that this bond is not just about babysitting—but about legacy. About heritage. About covering a child with the prayers of someone who has already survived the things they have yet to face.

And God, cover the children—may their hearts be open, may their joy be doubled, and may they grow strong from the love of someone who doesn’t just love them, but sees them through spiritual eyes.

Tear down every wall of bitterness. Bind every spirit of pride. And release Your favor over this generational bond.

May laughter echo between them.

May traditions be shared.

May memories be made in love, and sealed by Your presence.

In Jesus’ name,

Amen.

🪞 Let’s Reflect:

• Grandparents: Have you made room in your heart and your calendar to be a voice in their lives?

• Parents: Are you blocking or building the bridge between your children and your parents?

• Children: Have you been reminded lately that your grandma or granddad’s prayers still work?

💌 GRANDMA’S NOTE:

I know life can get busy. I know relationships aren’t always perfect. But don’t let the opportunity to build something beautiful pass you by. There’s a wisdom in those old hands. There’s healing in that lap. And there’s a joy in a child’s giggle that can make even the most tired soul come alive again.

Let them be part of each other’s lives.

God didn’t just create grandparents to grow old—He created them to grow love.

Make room for that love.

It lasts longer than anything else.

— Grandma’s Corner

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