The Gospel & Parenting

How does viewing family life through the lens of the Gospel transform our parenting from rigid behavioral control into a compelling, heart-level reflection of God's character?In this opening sermon of The Gospel and... series, Lead Pastor Neil McClendon unpacks Deuteronomy 6 to explore what it means to anchor parenting in the truth of the Gospel. Pastor Neil addresses why legalism and fear-based rules can never accomplish what only a transformed heart can achieve in a child's life. Discover three consequential principles for raising children: living the Gospel authentically, understanding the nature and fruit of true spiritual conversion, and playing offense by preparing kids to faithfully engage and impact the world rather than hiding from it.In this episode, we cover:The True Goal of Parenting: Raising children who stand before God on judgment day unsurprised by His holiness, justice, authority, or joy.Living the Gospel: Moving beyond religious rules to demonstrate a winsome, compelling, and enjoyable faith that points children to Christ.Heart Transformation vs. Behavioral Control: Recognizing that legalism cannot change a heart and trusting God as the sovereign author of true conversion.Playing Offense Over Defense: Shifting from fear-based protectionism to equipping and sending children out as light into the world.Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube