2.27.22 Relationships That Work: Families Living in Harmony

Relationships that Work: “Families Living in Harmony”

Colossians 3:12-21

February 27, 2022

I. The Parents’ relationship

A. Parents need a strong relationship

B. Parents need to repent

C. Parents need to discipline and encourage

D. Parents need to teach their children about God

II. The Children's relationship

A. Children need to obey

B. Obedience leads to God's blessing

III. Harmony in the home

A. Submission to the Holy Spirit is practiced in the home

B. God's grace is at work in the home

C. The Word of God is central in the home

FAITH SHEET QUESTIONS:

1. What are some ways that families can live out their faith in a culture that rejects God? How does Colossians 2:20-23 influence this process?

2. What is the best way older Christian couples can mentor younger Christian couples?

3. What is the role of the Holy Spirit in the harmony of a Christian home?

4. While we are called to honor our parents when we are young, how do we continue to honor our parents after we become adults?