How is the Christian Household to Operate and Function?

Big Idea: 3 Directions for Christian Households to operate as God intended.

I. Kids are to obey their parents.

Practical Application: Practice listening without selective hearing.

Application Questions:

Kids, is there something you need to better obey your parents in?

Adult kids, is there a way you can better honor your parents?

II. Fathers (and Mothers), are not to provoke their kids to anger or discouragement.

III. Parents are to raise their kids in the ways of the Lord.

Application #1

Model Christ to your kids.

Application #2

Share Christ with your kids.

Application Questions:

Is there a pattern or behavior that is provoking or discouraging your kids that needs to be changed?

What is one step you can start taking to better share or model Christ to your kids?