Letting go

As a parent there comes a time when you must let go of your children. A teacher must release his disciple. Paul was letting go of Timothy in his second letter to his spiritual son. His parting words are very instructive. “The things which you have heard from me in the presence of many witness entrust to faithful men who will teach others also.” (2Ti 2:2) “You know what I teach, how I live, my purpose in life, my faith, patience, love and endurance...remain faithful in the things you have been taught.” (2Ti 3:10, 14) “You have been taught the Scriptures from childhood...they are profitable for teaching, for rebuke, for correction, for training in righteousness.” (2Ti 3:16) Mark Harris sings it well, “Let my love give you roots and help you find your wings.”