BONUS: Practical Parenting Workshop Part 1

Hey everyone, this is a special podcast devoted specifically to practical parenting. Below are some notes to follow along. Feel free to skip this lesson, but we think it is extremely helpful.Genesis 18:16-19Future generations will be shaped by Abraham. Judges 2:6-15There is a correlation between personal righteousness. When there is an absence of God we tend towards sin. We’ve been given the blessing of having children. We have an opportunity to learn.Marriage is the first stepPsalm 127:1. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain. God > Marriage > ChildrenHebrews 5:11-14. In terms of parenting - need to give them spiritual milk. Plant ideas, give God glory and praise at every step of the way.The transformation is from obedience to Righteousness. There is a difference between obedience and righteousness.The goal is for them to get to a point to distinguish good and evil. 1 Timothy 4:7 - goal is to train them for godliness so they are able to.Daily spiritual input. Every day there has to be spiritual pressing towards God. Scheduled time where there is a family devotional. Scripture, thought,  something creative. Teaching them how to walk with God. Look for opportunities to share the gospel with your children.Commitment to the body. It is more than coming to church. There is a connection to everyone all the time. Parents can hide behind their children. Children can’t be the excuse to miss meetings. It will happen, but it shouldn’t be the norm. In the long run it will work out. Shows that God is most important. We are a family of believers.Time Together. Regular times together as a family. It is easy to be like ships passing in the wind. Take time for the special occasions. Build traditions in your family. Make a lot of special times. Prioritize normal times - one meal together as a family. Dinner conversations. Pull them in the conversation. Heart to heart talks. Have to plan it. Good godly discipline. There are all kinds of different parenting styles. Parents need to be the boss. There has to be expected discipline. Hebrews 12:4-11. Direct rebellion or direct disobedience. Rules then warning then discipline them love and affection. Only works in a loving environmentPreached by Tomm and Laurie Wilson on 4/29/23Get in touch with us!