II Chronicles 27:6 “So Jotham became mighty because he ordered his ways before the LORD his God.”

MIGHTY MOUSE OR MEN?

What makes a man mighty? This verse gives us the answer. It says Jotham was mighty “because he ordered his ways before the LORD his God.” Simple enough, right? Do you want to be mighty? Then get in line with God.

But what does it mean when it says “ordered his ways”? The word means to set firm or establish. Jotham was determined that everything he did as king would honor God. Because he honored God, God made him mighty in the eyes of men.

TEACHING MOMENT

Now, how do we bring this home and teach our children how to be mighty? Ask any kid if they want to be mighty and you will get an astounding “YES.” Who doesn’t want to be mighty? Your son or daughter may be thinking about Superman or Batman or another superhero who is mighty. I mean, come on, who wouldn’t want to be able to fly or stop speeding bullets or defeat all their enemies?

But how do we teach them the secret of being mighty in the eyes of God? We live it. I know you are probably tired of being the role model. “Why me?” you ask. “Why do I have to be the one to show them the example to follow?” Because the Lord has blessed you with these children for a purpose. It is your responsibility to teach your children. And teaching them to be mighty in the Lord is just one more lesson.

You must “establish, make firm, order” your ways according to God’s Word. That will make you mighty. Then your children will see your “might” and learn from you. You may not be as strong as Superman, but your children will think you are. They will follow you not because of you, but because of Who is in you. So, live mighty! Set your ways according to His ways!