“Train up a child in the way he should go,even when he is old he will not depart from it.” —Proverbs 22:6, NASB The challenge to you, as parents, is to bathe your children in a steady, consistent love that comes from God as you train them in the way that they should go. The material …
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25420 Resistance to Training
“For rebellion is as the sin of divination, and insubordination is as iniquity and idolatry. Because you have rejected the word of the LORD, He has also rejected you from being king.” —1 Samuel 15:23, NASB This is a foundation block, a key in training children: all our actions must issue from a wellspring of affection, tenderness, love, kindness, …
25421 Setting Limits
“You shall set bounds for the people all around, saying,‘Beware that you do not go up on the mountain or touch the border of it;whoever touches the mountain shall surely be put to death.’” —Exodus 19:12, NASB The setting of limits is inherent in the need for authority and security. Just as our God sets limits …
25422 Supervision and Help
“…then watch yourself, that you do not forget the LORDwho brought you from the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery.” —Deuteronomy 6:12, NASB Parenthood is a big task. This course has been written to help you move in the right direction. Lesson 12 gives pointers on help and supervision and on your approach …
25188 Directional Principles
Obey God in what He has already revealed to you. “Whoever has My commands and obeys them, he is the one who loves Me. He who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I too will love him and show Myself to him.” —John 14:21 Be faithful in using the light you already …
25187 God’s Will Leads to God’s Plan
God’s will is not a goal we pursue on our own terms; it is part of His divine plan. God calls us to fulfill His will according to His purpose, through His chosen people, in His designated place, within His perfect timing, and by His prescribed methods. The construction of the first Temple in Jerusalem, …
25186 Five Steps to Discern God’s Will
God wants to guide you on your life journey, but do you know how to discern His direction? “Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit’s leading in every part of our lives.” —Galatians 5:25, NLT How do you separate what God is saying to you from all the other distracting …
25185 Cultivate 10 Attitudes Aligned with God’s Supreme Authority
Cultivating attitudes that reflect God’s supreme authority is essential for believers seeking to align their hearts and lives with His sovereign will. The following ten attitudes—rooted in Scripture and exemplified by Christ—guide believers to foster a deeper relationship with God and reflect His glory in every aspect of life. Humility: Not Pridefulness Humility aligns with …
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25184 Embrace Your Three-fold Relationship with God
Many believers tend to view their relationship with God in a narrow way, often seeking only His protection, blessings, or comfort, much like a child asking a parent for gifts. This limited perspective distorts their expectations and overlooks the full sovereignty of who God truly is. God is not just a loving Father; He is …
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25183 Eight Ways God’s Providence Impacts Our Lives
1. You Are Created for God’s Purpose 1.1. Crafted with God’s care “Everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made.” —Isaiah 43:7 ➢ You were created explicitly for God’s glory. Every aspect of your life—work, relationships, decisions—can reflect His greatness. Consider how your daily choices …
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