Raising Children In The Freedom Of Messiah: The Curse Ends Here: How To Break Free From Family Iniquity Journey
Introduction: The Next Generation in the Kingdom of God
As Messianic Jewish believers, we are called not only to walk in freedom ourselves but to raise our children in the freedom found in the Messiah, Yeshua. The curses of past generations must be replaced with blessings and an inheritance of faith, hope, and love. To break free from generational iniquity, we must intentionally teach our children to embrace their identity as part of the covenant people of God, empowered by the redemption and deliverance brought through Yeshua.
This chapter explores the scriptural principles for raising children who walk in freedom, focusing on the responsibility parents have to train their children according to God’s Word and to speak blessings over them as they grow in their faith.
1. The Call to Teach and Bless Our Children
The Torah emphasizes the critical role of parents in raising their children to know and love God. In Deuteronomy 6:6-7, the Shema commands:
“These words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and you shall talk of them when you sit in your house, when you walk by the way, when you lie down, and when you rise.”
Teaching children God’s commandments is not merely a ritual; it is an act of spiritual warfare that helps protect them from the influence of generational sin and prepares them to walk in the freedom and blessings of the covenant. This teaching is not limited to formal instruction but should permeate daily life, shaping their worldview and character.
The role of parents in blessing their children is also seen in the Tanakh. Isaac blessed Jacob (Genesis 27:27-29), and Jacob blessed his sons and grandsons (Genesis 49). These blessings carried spiritual authority, declaring the destiny and inheritance of the next generation. As parents, we have the power to reverse negative words spoken over our children and replace them with words of life and freedom in Messiah.
2. Breaking Generational Iniquity Through Yeshua’s Redemption
The Messiah’s work is central to raising children in freedom. Yeshua declared His mission in Luke 4:18, quoting from Isaiah:
“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed.”
Yeshua’s mission was not only to free individuals but to establish a pattern of deliverance for families and communities. As parents, we can appropriate His victory over sin and death for our children by bringing them up in the knowledge of His redemption and teaching them to trust in His power to break every curse.
3. Practical Steps for Raising Children in Freedom
a. Create a Home Centered on God’s Presence
The home should be a sanctuary where God’s presence is honored. This begins with Shabbat observance, family prayer, and studying the Scriptures together. Creating an environment of peace and holiness helps break any lingering spiritual oppression and allows children to grow in freedom.
In Joshua 24:15, Joshua declares:
“As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
This commitment must be a cornerstone of family life.
b. Teach Children Their Identity in the Covenant
Children must know who they are as members of God’s covenant people. They should be taught the promises given to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob and how those promises are fulfilled in Yeshua. Help them understand that they are not bound by the sins of previous generations but are free to walk in righteousness.
Ezekiel 18:20 assures us:
“The soul who sins shall die. The son shall not suffer for the iniquity of the father, nor the father suffer for the iniquity of the son. The righteousness of the righteous shall be upon himself, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon himself.”
This verse reminds us that children are not condemned to repeat the mistakes of their ancestors.
c. Speak Blessings Over Your Children
Just as curses can be passed down, so can blessings. Speak life, hope, and destiny over your children. Follow the example of Yeshua, who blessed children, saying:
“Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 19:14)
Bless your children daily, declaring God’s promises over them and affirming their value and purpose.
d. Teach Them to Resist Sin and Choose Righteousness
Freedom in Messiah requires walking in obedience to God. Teach your children the importance of resisting temptation and seeking God’s guidance in their decisions. Provide them with practical tools, such as memorizing Scripture and praying, to help them stand firm in their faith.
Psalm 119:9 asks:
“How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to Your Word.”
Equip your children to treasure God’s Word in their hearts so that they may overcome any challenges they face.
4. The Power of Generational Blessings
When parents break curses and raise their children in the freedom of Messiah, they establish a foundation for generational blessings. God’s promises extend not just to us but to our descendants. In Psalm 112:1-2, we read:
“Praise the Lord! Blessed is the man who fears the Lord, who greatly delights in His commandments! His offspring will be mighty in the land; the generation of the upright will be blessed.”
By teaching our children to walk in God’s ways, we ensure that they will inherit His blessings and pass them on to future generations.
The ultimate goal of raising children in freedom is not only their personal salvation but their ability to impact the world as ambassadors of God’s kingdom. As they grow in the knowledge of God’s love and their identity in Messiah, they become instruments of His redemptive work in the world.
Conclusion: The Legacy of Freedom
As parents, we have the privilege and responsibility of raising children who walk in the freedom of Messiah. This freedom is not simply the absence of sin or curses but the fullness of life found in covenant relationship with God. By creating a home centered on His presence, teaching our children their identity in Him, and blessing them with our words and actions, we break the chains of generational iniquity and establish a legacy of righteousness.
Through the redemptive power of Yeshua, the curse ends here—and a new story of freedom and blessing begins for our children and the generations to come.
