PG: Parental Guidance Needed

As a follower of Christ, if I am more concerned about the grades my child makes more than I am concerned about their spiritual condition then I have bought into culture’s definition of success.  Deuteronomy 6:1-9  The Priority of Parenting . . .  As a parent, I am the primary nurturer and disiciple-maker of my children. ·         No one else is charged with as great a calling or responsibility when it comes to my children. (Ephesians 6:4) “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.”  Ephesians 6:4 o   How am I doing?  What would be the grade on my report card or progress report? The crux of the matter . . . I cannot lead my child where I am not going. ·         I’m going somewhere, but am I pursuing Christ? ·         My children will followwho or what I follow.   As pastor and leadership, we are called to equip you for the work of ministry. ·         The greatest ministry I have, as a parent, is to my children.  ·         As a parent, it is imperative that I do whatever I must to be properly equipped.   Opportunities for Becoming Equipped . . . ·         Milestone Summits and Seminars ·         Marriage and Parenting classes ·         Parent Mentoring/Growing Kids God’s Way (Fall) ·         Faith Talks ·         One-on-One Parent Conferences ·         Online resources/Milestones Magazine