Mike Smith:
Dr. Veith, to wrap up this week’s discussion on vocation, let’s focus on one especially important to us at HSLDA—the vocation of parenthood.

Dr. Gene Edward Veith:
Well, parenthood is something that God uses to create new life—not just new lives, but new immortal souls for heaven! And so I think parenthood is the most amazing vocation where God is active at work. God gives new life—He does it through the parents. He cares for children, brings them into a knowledge of Him, prepares them, calls them to vocations—all through the working of ordinary mothers and fathers.

And, since the purpose of vocation is to love and serve your neighbor, in a way, that’s exactly what parenting involves. We love and serve our kids by providing for them, by disciplining them, by bringing them up in the knowledge of the Lord, and by educating them and helping them to find their own callings, where God will work through them in the new generation that He brings to pass.

Mike:
Dr. Veith, this has been a fascinating and encouraging topic! I know all our listeners will be blessed by your insights. Thank you for joining us again this week. And until next time, I’m Mike Smith.