God’s Blueprint for Home: Fathers
Luke 15:11-32
#1 Fathers LOVE and PROVIDE Luke 15:11-12
#2 Fathers SHOW the WAY Luke 15:13-16
#3 Fathers EXTEND Grace Luke 15:17-20
#4 Fathers FORGIVE and RESTORE Luke 15:21-24
#5 A Father’s Work Is NEVER DONE Luke 15:25-32
Home Builders
Fathers
- Love your children consistently and sacrificially, reflecting the heart of your Heavenly Father.
- Show your children the way to Christ through both your words and your example.
- Extend grace freely, remembering how much grace God has shown you.
- Never stop praying for, encouraging, and pursuing your children, regardless of their age.
Parents
- Create a home where the gospel is seen, heard, and lived every day.
- Remember that your greatest influence comes from who you are, not merely what you say.
- Trust God with your children while remaining faithful to teach, encourage, and pray for them.
Grandparents
- Share stories of God’s faithfulness with the next generation.
- Use your influence to point your family toward Christ.
- Continue praying for your children and grandchildren; your ministry is not finished.
Children and Students
- Honor those who have invested in your faith.
- Make your faith your own by trusting and following Christ.
- Begin building the kind of life and faith you hope to pass on someday.
Everyone
- Thank God for the people who helped shape your faith.
- Be intentional about investing in someone spiritually.
- Remember that no earthly father is perfect, but every good father points us to our perfect Heavenly Father.
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