Key Parenting Principles From Scripture
“Key Parenting Principles From Scripture” Exodus 10:1-2
The Lord’s Admonition to Moses… vs. 1 “I am intervening for My people…” vs. 2 “so you may tell in the hearing of your son, and of your grandson…that you may know that I am the Lord” 10 plagues listed (Exodus 8-9)
(Later in Israel’s history: Psalm 78:4)
Since Children Are Inquisitive… “Why?” “Why?” “Why?” “What’s that?” …Created in the image of God … “rule over the earth” (Genesis 1:26) “…subdue it (the earth) (Genesis 1:26) They want to know WHY? And WHEN? And HOW? … a “prepared classroom for life!” SO…. Fill in the blanks!
Principle: God is Our Role Model For Parenting He is the “Ultimate Father” – (Acts 17:28-29)
He came among us, not only to save, but to DEMONSTRATE the Father; Kingdom-living” (John 1:11, 14) (Romans 5:8) – “God demonstrates His love…” Scripture Principles Are Our Foundation For Parenting - Not current talk show hosts
Principle: God Loves You and Has a Unique Plan For Your Life “I am fearfully and wonderfully made” (Psalm 139:13) Finger prints Eye/ IRIS identity Facial recognition DNA + gender * Parents * Culture
Parenting goal: leading children to the Lord and His plans!
Principle: Behavior Has Consequences Every time: Adam and Eve – disobedience = problems God still loved and provided for them Contrast: blaming others for your issues Strategy: Teach accountability – (Heb. 4:13) Parenting Goal: God’s ways are BEST!
Principle: Leave Home With Life Skills Spiritual disciplines: * read / study the Bible (Psalm 119:11) * pray over big and little stuff How to manage sexuality (boundaries) How to manage money (obligations, credit, debt) Conflict resolution/anger management how to disagree without a war
How to Recover From Failures and Setbacks Wallowing in guilt and shame vs. the way of the Cross! Recognize the problem: “What is sin?” Genesis 4:7 Confession – 1 John 1:9 Repentance – Luke 15:17-18 Grace – Romans 5:20
The Lord’s Admonition to Moses… vs. 1 “I am intervening for My people…” vs. 2 “so you may tell in the hearing of your son, and of your grandson…that you may know that I am the Lord” 10 plagues listed (Exodus 8-9)
(Later in Israel’s history: Psalm 78:4)
Since Children Are Inquisitive… “Why?” “Why?” “Why?” “What’s that?” …Created in the image of God … “rule over the earth” (Genesis 1:26) “…subdue it (the earth) (Genesis 1:26) They want to know WHY? And WHEN? And HOW? … a “prepared classroom for life!” SO…. Fill in the blanks!
Principle: God is Our Role Model For Parenting He is the “Ultimate Father” – (Acts 17:28-29)
He came among us, not only to save, but to DEMONSTRATE the Father; Kingdom-living” (John 1:11, 14) (Romans 5:8) – “God demonstrates His love…” Scripture Principles Are Our Foundation For Parenting - Not current talk show hosts
Principle: God Loves You and Has a Unique Plan For Your Life “I am fearfully and wonderfully made” (Psalm 139:13) Finger prints Eye/ IRIS identity Facial recognition DNA + gender * Parents * Culture
Parenting goal: leading children to the Lord and His plans!
Principle: Behavior Has Consequences Every time: Adam and Eve – disobedience = problems God still loved and provided for them Contrast: blaming others for your issues Strategy: Teach accountability – (Heb. 4:13) Parenting Goal: God’s ways are BEST!
Principle: Leave Home With Life Skills Spiritual disciplines: * read / study the Bible (Psalm 119:11) * pray over big and little stuff How to manage sexuality (boundaries) How to manage money (obligations, credit, debt) Conflict resolution/anger management how to disagree without a war
How to Recover From Failures and Setbacks Wallowing in guilt and shame vs. the way of the Cross! Recognize the problem: “What is sin?” Genesis 4:7 Confession – 1 John 1:9 Repentance – Luke 15:17-18 Grace – Romans 5:20
