Like Arrows in the Hand of a Warrior | Pr. Juliana | May 11, 25

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In this special Mother’s Day message, we reflect on Psalm 127:5 — “Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one’s youth. Blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them!” While the verse is often used to emphasize children as arrows, this message focuses on the warrior — the parent. Just as an archer uses power, skill, and strategy to launch an arrow far, so do parents influence how far their children go through prayer, discipline, and spiritual investment.

The message highlights several biblical parents as “warriors” who trained their children for God’s purpose: Sarahguarded Isaac’s identity (Genesis 21:10), Jochebed preserved Moses’ destiny beyond just saving his life (Hebrews 11:23–26), Hannah birthed and dedicated Samuel through prayer (1 Samuel 1:27–28), and Manoah and his wife received Samson by grace, showing that God gives second chances (Judges 13:1–16). Each of these parents shaped history by aligning their children with God’s plan.

The legacy continues with David, who taught Solomon to “serve [God] with a whole heart” (1 Chronicles 28:9–10), Hilkiah, whose priestly faith helped Jeremiah rise despite his family’s past (Jeremiah 1:5–8), and Eunice and Lois, who filled Timothy with sincere faith and knowledge of Scripture (2 Timothy 1:5–7; 3:14–15). The conclusion is clear: You are the warrior. Your faith, love, and direction shape how far your child will go in God’s purpose.