Parenting Seminar 2026 - "Biblical Dynamics of Family: Beginning" by Glenn Hitchcock

August 22, 2026 - Saturday AM First Session In this episode Glenn leads a practical, scripture-centered seminar on the Christian family, exploring how God intentionally designed marriage and parenting. The talk opens with a personal anecdote (and a light moment about Rummikub) and then revisits last night’s lesson on submission, emphasizing submission to God first and then to one another in love. Glenn outlines six dynamic features of the Christian family and focuses on the first stage — the beginning — covering topics such as God’s providence in gifting husbands, wives and children; Genesis and Psalm references about family formation; and the biblical roles of husbands as initiators of love and Christ as the head of the home. Key passages and illustrations include Genesis 2:24, Psalm 127 ("Unless the Lord builds the house…"), Ephesians 5:25, and the story of Ruth and Naomi. Practical counsel is offered throughout: treat children as God’s gifts (not “trophy case” possessions), aim and train children like arrows to help them reach heavenly goals, settle conflicts before the day ends, and create a family “bubble” of protection and rest. The speaker stresses interdependence and humble submission grounded in love for the Lord, the importance of bonding through rituals and memory-making (family puzzles, traditions), and the value of integrating work, chores, church service and spiritual training into daily family life. Personal examples and guests mentioned include references to the speaker’s wife Mercedes, daughter Lauren, grandparents and congregation experiences that illustrate mentoring, hospitality, and generational bonding. The episode closes with a prayer for families to honor scripture, steward children faithfully, and rely on God’s provision.   Duration 35:10