Raising Children of Pure Water:

Parenting with Faith in the Era of Cheon Il Guk

With the opening of Cheon Il Sanctum, we stand at the threshold of a new providential era — one where our identity as citizens of Cheon Il Guk must be lived out more clearly, more purposefully, and more heartistically. As Blessed Families, we are Heaven’s chosen frontline to raise the next generation — not just as good individuals, but as pure water that can cleanse, heal, and give life to a world in need.

Pure Water: True Mother’s Vision for the Second Generation

True Mother has repeatedly emphasized the importance of raising the second generation to become “pure water.” In her words:

“This world is polluted. Who can restore it? The second generation must become like pure water — clear, clean, and life-giving. They must be the ones who restore the environment and the hearts of humanity.”

This is more than a poetic image. It is a heavenly calling for us as parents — to raise our children with clear values, unshakable faith, and a deep sense of their divine mission.

Parenting Like a Gardener of Heaven

Raising a child of “pure water” is like growing a seed into a strong, fruit-bearing tree. Let us reflect on how our parenting can mirror a gardener’s devotion:

1. Prepare the Soil: A Home of Hyojeong

Seeds only grow in fertile soil. Likewise, our children grow best in homes where love, respect, and Hyojeong (filial heart) are the norm. A parent’s love is the foundation of a child’s character. Let your home be the first holy sanctuary they know — just as Cheon Il Sanctum is now the home of our worldwide offering.

2. Plant with Purpose: Sowing God’s Word

We must be intentional in what we plant in our children’s hearts. Seeds of prayer, family traditions, and the Divine Principle will one day blossom into deep roots of faith. Let us talk to our children about True Parents, our heavenly lineage, and the dream of Cheon Il Guk.

3. Water Daily: With Consistency and Heart

Pure water must be given daily — just as children need consistent love, guidance, and spiritual nourishment. Our words and actions are the “water” that shapes who they become. Read scripture together. Pray with them. Share your testimony. These daily moments are eternal investments.

4. Protect the Seedlings: With Boundaries and Grace

A young sprout is vulnerable to weeds and storms. Similarly, children need protection from harmful influences. Set clear boundaries with love. Teach them how to choose purity over pollution — not just in what they watch or do, but in how they think, feel, and relate to others.

5. Trust the Growth: God is the Master Gardener

Not every seed grows at the same pace. Your child may face struggles or periods of silence, but remember: God is working in their hearts. Our role is to keep watering, keep praying, and trust that He who began a good work will bring it to completion.

Our Legacy: Pure Water for the World

In this providential time of Cheon Il Sanctum, let us remember — we are not just parenting for today. We are raising the future of Cheon Il Guk. Our children are the pure water that will cleanse a polluted world. What we cultivate in them now will determine the health of generations to come.

Let us recommit ourselves to the mission of parenting with prayer, purpose, and unwavering faith. And may our children become rivers of living water — flowing with love, truth, and Heaven’s light.