EN recently conducted a survey on having non-Christian parents. Unsurprisingly, it revealed that any Christian, given the choice, would plump for having godly, Bible-believing parents over worldly, non-Christian ones, who are often the source of much sadness, pain and frustration. Nevertheless, our God is no man's debtor and graciously uses this situation for the good of his children.
We close our series on this topic with a look at what the Christian in this position has to thank God for - what truths God teaches through it and what training it gives.
Common grace
Having unbelieving parents is one way God teaches the truth of common grace. Although this world is under the curse of sin, God has graciously allowed much good to remain. In the beauty of his creation, in life events and in relationships we see evidence of God's goodness and mercy - the common grace he allows each of us to enjoy.
