PG (Parental Guidance): Building the Heart Before the House

Parenting isn’t about perfection—it’s about direction. In this 3-week series, we’ll explore God’s blueprint for shaping the next generation by focusing on what matters most: who we and our kids are becoming. From building character that lasts, to handling conflict with grace, to staying consistent when it’s hard, this series will equip parents to lead their families with faith, wisdom, and love. Before God ever talks about parenting practices, He talks about the parent’s heart. In Deuteronomy 6, Moses reminds Israel that raising godly children starts with loving God deeply. Character doesn’t come from rules —it flows from relationship. We can’t pass down what we don’t possess. Building the heart before the house means letting God shape us before we try to shape them. It means talking about God’s truth not just in church, but in the daily rhythms of life—around the dinner table, in the car, and at bedtime. When parents love God first, live with integrity, and repeat His truth with intentionality, they create an environment where character grows naturally. Passage: Matthew 15:8; Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Matthew 7:21-23 Speaker: Josh Jones