Slaying the Family Dragons, Part 4b
October 20, 2011
Throughout the Bible, we see God's clear instruction to parents, to train and correct their children. Sometimes we can focus on disciplining the bad behavior and forget to encourage the good! Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez presents a biblical challenge for moms and dads to keep an appropriate balance.
References:
Colossians 3:21
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There's always a new trend or philosophy about how to raise our kids. Parenting techniques have changed drastically over the last few decades with every passing fad. Moms and dads have access to reliable advice for raising healthy kids, that never changes. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez looks to the timeless principles found in God's Word.
October 19, 2011
When we read through the Bible, it's easy to gloss over sections that seem to apply to someone else. Today we'll study a passage directed to children and talk about the principles that apply to everyone, no matter your age. Today on Focal Point, you'll hear Mike Fabarez continue a study in Colossians 3. As parents we're called to raise obedient children, but truthfully, following the rules doesn't come naturally to any of us, parent and child alike!
October 18, 2011
When we're dealing with the terrible twos, or the teenager years, raising kids is a lot of work! While the Bible expects sons and daughters to obey their parents, moms and dads have an important role to play as well. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez shows us faithful kids are a reflection of godly parents. See how parents encourage obedience in their sons and daughters!
October 17, 2011
Everyone appreciates a good leader. From a dynamic boss, to an inspiring sports hero, we respond when people step up and take the lead. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez talks about applying that quality in the home. Pastor Mike is addressing the men today, and God's call on husbands to lead and love their wives.
October 14, 2011
Do you remember when you first fell in love with your spouse? Making sacrifices for each other was second nature and full of feelings of excitement. As time goes by and we get into the routine of life, it's easy to overlook the opportunities to love our partner. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez continues a study about the biblical pattern for marriage, and today he's addressing husbands.
October 13, 2011
In the last few generations, our culture's perception of the family has changed dramatically. As society ebbs and flows, it's crucial we return to the unchanging Word of God and consider the biblical mandates for the home. Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez presents a study on the sensitive topic of submission.
October 12, 2011
The Bible tells us how to be better workers, better neighbors, and better servants. But one of the most difficult areas to live out our calling as followers of Christ is in our own home. The Bible presents clear instructions for husbands, wives, kids and parents. When we disregard these God-ordained roles, the results can be devastating. Mike Fabarez is teaching from Colossians 3 today on Focal Point.
October 11, 2011
Math, Science, English...our kids study all kinds of useful subjects in school. But where do they go to learn the timeless principles of God's Word? Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez challenges moms and dads to instill these principles in our kids. It takes intentional effort and planning.
October 10, 2011
Do you remember listening to grandma or grandpa tell stories about their lives growing up? These personal accounts not only tell us something about our family, but our own heritage as well. Today on Focal Point, we'll talk about the importance of passing along a legacy to our children, but telling them about the way God's worked in our lives and throughout the world.
October 7, 2011
Every parent knows we don't have to teach our kids to be bad, but we certainly have to show them how to be good! So how do we go about teaching our kids wrong from right? Today on Focal Point, Mike Fabarez outlines a biblical perspective on discipline. These days we encounter all kinds of opinions for bringing up our kids. But before we embrace worldly ideals, we need to carefully compare them to God's Word.
October 6, 2011
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