God Gives Care And Discipleship

Big Truth:

God Gives Care And Discipleship

Deuteronomy 4:9-10; 6:1-2; Ephesians 6:4; Colossians 3:12-16; Hebrews 10:23-25

Bible Verse:

And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children…

Deuteronomy 6:6-7a

Big Ideas:

  • Parents should love God most.
  • Parents are to teach God’s Word to their children.
  • God has given the family of faith to help the family at home know and follow God.
  • The fear of the Lord is the pursuit of God’s family.

Bible Story:

Proverbs 2:1-15

God is our wise Father. He gives wisdom to those who follow Him. He instructs those who have ears to hear and cry out for His commands. His way is better than any way we could ever have. He is the perfect example of how earthly parents should teach their children.

Story:

Creation

God created everything. Everything we see, hear, feel, taste, and that exists was created by Him. Not only did He create everything, but He created everything perfectly, including humanity. He created mankind in His very image and likeness to reflect His worth. All of creation was made just like He wanted and designed it to be. To His delight, God looked at everything He made and declared that it was good. All creation exists for God, is good, and was created to bring Him glory.

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Every child should know that:

  • God created the family.

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Every child should:

  • Practice serving the members of their family.

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Every child should feel:

  • Thankful for the gift of family that God has given them.

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Every child should want:

  • To honor and respect their family.