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Introduction
Some helpful information may be gleaned from a survey conducted by LifeWay Christian resources according to Baptist Press.
A list of the "Top 10 Issues Facing Today's Family" was compiled.
Those issues in order are:
1. Anti-Christian culture;
2. Divorce;
3. Busyness;
4. Absent father figure;
5. Lack of discipline;
6. Financial pressures;
7. Lack of communication;
8. Negative media influences;
9. Balance of work and family;
10.
Materialism.
It is safe to say that families are under a lot of pressure.
Throughout God’s Word we are given principles for living life—and that includes how we are to navigate life as children and parents.
Text
Eph 6:1-
In these four verses of Scripture, we are given a powerful truth that should saturate and empower a family.
The Main Point
Practice Godly Love and Respect
Not only does our marriages need love and respect, but this truth fuels healthy, godly relationships between parents and children.
And the key to this truth centers, not on our relationships with one another, but our relationship with God.
Principle of Worship
“…in the Lord, for this is right.”
This phrase, easily overlooked, is critical for the family.
Everything we do, we do as unto the Lord Himself.
Our words, actions, and attitude should reflect that of a genuine worshipper who worships God in spirit and in truth.
Our words, actions, and attitude should not be governed by how good people are toward us—or the things people to for us.
But everything we do and are should be governed by our deep adoration toward God.
This act of worship shapes our interactions with others—including our parents and our kids.
Eph 6:
It is worship to God that enables us to embrace and practice the second principle of family relationships:
Principle of Respect
Tragically, we live in a culture that has elevated disrespect to a virtue.
But we should not be surprised.
Paul addressed this issue as a hallmark to the last days:
2 Tim 3:1-
However, a genuine worshipper is going to strive to align with what pleases God.
As a child in the home who is a worshipper of Christ, submission to the godly authority of his or her parents is evidence of relationship with God.
Holding our parents in respect honors God.
So, even if you are an older child, no longer living at home and even having a family of your own, we are still called to respect our parents.
This respect is not based on whether or not your parents deserve respect.
We respect because it shows respect toward God.
(possibly address an issue related to an abusive and absent parent).
It is important to note that obedience and respect can come much easier to kids if their parents can implement this third principle:
Principle of Love
There is a lot of anger in family these days.
Parents are instructed to not provoke or push their children toward anger and bitterness.
So we are instructed to nurture our children in the discipline and instruction of God.
What is the chief discipline and instruction of the Lord?
Matt 22:37-
It is love—seeking the greatest good in another—a selfless, giving, supportive, hope-filled love.
Parents: we need to love our children unconditionally—a love that also must be demonstrated in our marriages and in our relationship with God.
1 Cor 13:4-
Conclusion
Practice these three principles:
Worship God
Respect your parents
Love your children
Application
Pray through the challenges rather than react with emotion.
Readily forgive.
Do not reject godly authority.
Altar Call
God loves you—and wants you to be part of His family—a family where love and respect reigns supreme.
Salvation.
Family/relationship healing.
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