Building a Legacy of Faithfulness

Key Introductory Thoughts: When God gives us a plan, that is the plan that he will b________.
S_______________ is sufficient for the raising of our families. (3 John 4, Malachi 2:15, Genesis 4:6-7, Deuteronomy 30:15-19, Psalm 127:4, Deuteronomy 6:1-3)
Building a Legacy of Faithfulness – 4 elements:

1. I_____________________ the Gospel – Deut. 6:4-6: Redemption that comes through saving faith in Jesus Christ!
2. I______________ your children – Deut. 6:7: Fathers… bring them up in the training and admonition of the Lord!
3. I__________________ the reality of your redemption  – Deut. 6:7: If we are the redeemed of Christ, He is Lord of our life, and it will be illustrated in our actions.
4. I____________ your family in Christ – Deut. 6:8-9: Establish an environment that glorifies Christ.
   Establish memorials that glorify Christ.

Family Worship Guide
Memory Verses: Proverbs 4:23-24
Day 1: Read Gen. 4:6-7 and discuss: What offering had Able had brought? Why was it accepted by God What had Cain brought? Why was it not accepted? Examine your own life and the life of your family and consider the practices you have and whether or not they are acceptable to the Lord.
Day 2: Read Deut. 6:4-6 and discuss: What is the Gospel? What is the central message of the good news about Jesus? Why is it good news? Examine your own life and look for evidences of the Holy Spirit having helped you to internalize the Gospel.
Day 3: Read Deut. 6:7-9 and discuss: Is it obvious to anyone else who would look at my life that I consider myself to be the primary teacher of my children? In what ways do I illustrate the reality of my redemption?