September 15, 2024

The Pastor Notes
Series: The Time Is Now
Title: Blood’s Thicker Than Water

I. Introduction

– The importance of decision-making in shaping lifes trajectory
– The significance of today: both a Sunday and Pastor’s anniversary
– Emphasis on the crucial decision we make regarding our families

1.  Build Your Family on the Foundation of Faith

– Gods establishment of families
– The role of parents in modeling faith
– Living authentically and consistently
– Teaching children the value of God’s word
– Leading by example
– The danger of relegating Jesus to merely a suggestion

2. Strengthening the Family through Service

– Joshua’s commitment in Joshua 24:15
– Aligning family values with faith values
– Understanding service beyond church walls
– Importance of family participating in church service
– The influential role of active, intentional service within the family

3. Revive Your Family By Getting God-Centered

– Acknowledging families centered on wrong things
– Paul’s advice in Ephesians 4:22-24 for character formation

Practical steps for reviving the family:

1. Build a Christ-centered home
– Honoring Christ, valuing His word, feeling His presence
2. Build a Christ-centered community
– Engaging in hospitality and love-sharing; being active in church
3. Build a Christ-centered perspective
– Fostering an eternal outlook and readiness for Christs approval