Introduction

1. Instructions to Children. v. 20

“Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord.”

1. The Responsibility to Obey.
2. The Reasons to Obey.
3. Children must learn to respect authority.
4. Children must be taught godliness.
5. Obedient children please the Lord.

1. Instructions to Parents. v. 21

1. The _______________ to Love.

“Fathers, do not provoke your children.”

                                                Ways to provoke your children:

1. Harsh _______________.

2. Setting _______________ goals.

3. _______________.

4. _______________.

5. _______________.

6. Not showing _______________.

7. Lack of _______________.

1. The _______________ to Love.

“lest they become discouraged”

 Conclusion

Application Questions

1. How can you communicate your love for your child to him or her?
2. Of the various ways to provoke your child, which one is a particular problem for you? How can you do better?
3. What has been most helpful to you in your parenting?