2. Seek Wisdom in the Word

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Take some time and read the Bible to glean some wisdom about being a grandparent. You loved raising your kids, but being a grandparent is a whole new ballgame. Here are some verses to get you started.

“I will be your God throughout your lifetime-until your hair is white with age. I made you and I will care for you. I will carry you along and save you. To whom will you compare me? To whom is my equal?” (Isaiah 46:4-5)

“Grandkids are the crowning glory of the aged: parents are the pride of their children.” (Proverbs 17:6)

“I remember your genuine faith, for you share the faith that first filled your grandmother Louis and your mother, Eunice. And I know that same faith continues strong in you.” (2 Timothy, 1:5)

“Gray hair is a crown of glory: it is gained by living a godly life.” (Proverbs 16:31)

You may even want to seek books about being godly grandparents. Some titles to start with are Grandparenting with Grace: Living the Gospel with the Next Generation by Larry E. McCall, Discipling Your Grandchildren: Great Ideas to Help Them Know, Love, and Serve God (Grandparenting Matters) by Dr. Josh Mulvihill and Timothy Paul Jones, or The Power of a Godly Grandparent: Leaving a Spiritual Legacy by Stephen Bly and Janet Bly.

Also, talk to your friends who are Christians about their experiences as first-time grandparents. They will be glad to talk to you, share wisdom from both the Word and their experiences, and answer questions you may have to the best of their ability. A mix of reading the Word, reading books about being a godly grandparent, and talking with friends will give you a solid foundation to start with. Don’t forget to pray for guidance and wisdom in your new role.