Discussion Questions
What motivation, goals, and hope do believers have when we care for children? How are they different from those of non-Christians?
Why is it important to set a Christlike example for your children?
What does this passage teach about honoring parents? What are some ways you feel would be effective in teaching your children about this?
How do the promises “it may go well with you” and “you may have a long life in the land” pertain to children today?
Why would it be difficult to honor and obey one’s parents in some situations? Describe hypothetical or actual situations.
What are some ways a parent might provoke their children to anger?
How can parents teach their children the gospel and basic doctrines of the faith?
Prayer Points
Pray for new parents and future parents that they will enter parenthood with a commitment to follow God’s design for parenting.
Pray for parents of preteens and teens that they will persevere in their parenting and continue to grow and learn in these important final years of having their children in their home.
Pray that parents of adult children not walking with God will hold on to the hope of the Gospel and the power of Jesus to reach into their lives and redeem them.
Pray for the children of our church to honor and obey their parents.
Pray that our church can be a source of help and support for families as they seek to raise their children even as culture exerts a negative influence.
Pray that those who do not have children will still see their valuable role in making disciples and that God will lead them to a partnership with him that brings joy and satisfaction.