Family
33 itemsThe household as a sphere of Christian discipleship — broader than marriage or parenting alone.
Sermons(29)

Psalms 145 - Finding a Brighter Future: a Call to Generational Worship
June 29, 2025From the series: Summer in the Psalms
Psalm 145 calls us to generational worship, urging us to pass on praise and faith in God to the next generation. Our identity and hope are rooted in His grace, mercy, and steadfast love. True worship transforms us, fueling a legacy of faith that impacts both our community and future generations for Christ.

Genesis 49 - 5 Important Lessons for Your Family
August 4, 2024From the series: In the Beginning
The family is the first institution created by God. He calls us to guide and raise our families to honor Him. In Genesis 49, we come to the end of Jacob's life as he is surrounded by his family, and he gives blessings to each of his 12 sons who become the 12 tribes of Israel.

Genesis 37 - Four Unfortunate Ways We Can Divide Family
May 5, 2024From the series: In the Beginning
Joseph was treated as his father’s favorite, which caused a lot of turmoil in his relationship with his brothers; to the point they beat him, stripped him of his coat of many colors, and sold him into slavery. In Genesis 37, there are many lessons for parents of things to avoid in how we raise our children.

Genesis 26 - Four Steps Every Generation Must Take to Follow the Lord
February 11, 2024From the series: In the Beginning
What will we do with the promises God gives us? That’s exactly the situation we see Isaac experiencing in Genesis 26. Will he follow the example of his father, Abraham, in placing his trust in God or will he turn away?

Parenting with a Target, Part 2
May 26, 2019From the series: Ideal Family
Join us for today's message on parenting and children from our series, "Ideal Family".

Parenting with a Target
May 19, 2019From the series: Ideal Family
Focuses on biblical principles of parenting. It emphasizes the importance of nurturing children holistically, considering their spiritual, mental, and physical growth. Discusses guiding children toward God's purpose for their lives, using discipline and instruction aligned with Christian values. It also highlights the role of parents as models of godly living, encouraging us to lead by example in our daily walk with Christ, thus shaping our children's character and faith.

How to Approach Conflict
May 12, 2019From the series: Ideal Family
Discusses addressing conflict within the context of a marital relationship, emphasizing a biblical perspective. It focuses on understanding and applying the concept of covenantal love and submission, inspired by Jesus' example. Explores how this approach fosters intimacy, trust, and unity in marriage, and how handling conflicts in a godly manner can strengthen relationships.

The Foundation of Healthy Relationships
May 5, 2019From the series: Ideal Family
Join us for the start of a new series, "Ideal Family".

Pastor Dad
February 4, 2018From the series: Ruth
Discusses the role of fathers in the family, using the Book of Ruth as context. It emphasizes the importance of fathers being spiritual leaders and shepherds in their homes. Also touches on the broader themes of responsibility and influence, urging fathers to consider their impact on their family's spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being.

Relationships Matter
February 26, 2017From the series: Legacy
Centers on the significance of relationships in the Christian faith, specifically in the context of legacy. It examines the Book of Malachi, emphasizing the importance of maintaining strong, faithful relationships with others and with God. Discusses how one's actions and choices in relationships impact not only their own life but also the lives of future generations. It encourages listeners to reflect on their relationships and their alignment with God's teachings, highlighting the role of relationships in building a lasting legacy in faith.

Christmas, Part 1
December 4, 2016From the series: Christmas 2016
Focuses on the significance of Christmas and its impact on personal faith. It discusses the importance of incorporating Christ-centered traditions in family celebrations, recognizing the holiday as an opportunity to awaken and redirect hearts towards God. Explores how Christmas traditions shape personal and familial identity, emphasizing the need to focus on Christ in these traditions for true spiritual enrichment.

Family Feud, Part 2
April 24, 2016From the series: Family
We talked about if you're ever on edge, if you've got frustration building up inside of you, how do you deal with that? Today we're going to deal with it from the other side. How do you approach that dialogue in a way that produces something that God would desire?

Family Feud, Part 1
April 17, 2016From the series: Family
In this sermon on family feuding, we emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for our own actions and desires in conflict and seeking God's will instead of our own. God's goal is to create unity and reconciliation in relationships, and that we must prioritize this over our own desires for the best outcome.

Family Ties
April 10, 2016From the series: Family
We're examining the importance of family unity in Psalm 128, which describes a blessed family that fears the Lord. Also explores the concept of "fearing the Lord" within the context of family life.

Family Matters
April 3, 2016From the series: Family
Emphasizes the importance of family according to God's design. It explores the symbolic relationship between biological and spiritual families, highlighting unity and the roles within the family as reflective of God's spiritual family.

Parents and Children
June 28, 2015From the series: Once Upon a Marriage
Discusses family roles and obedience within a Christian context, focusing on Ephesians 5 and 6. It covers the importance of husbands loving their wives, wives submitting to their husbands, children obeying parents, and parents not provoking children to anger.

Ohana
June 21, 2015From the series: Once Upon a Marriage
Explores the concept of submission within marriage as outlined in Ephesians 5, emphasizing mutual respect and love. It addresses misconceptions and the importance of serving each other in a relationship, mirroring Christ's love for the church. Encourages both spouses to support and uplift each other, highlighting the spiritual and practical implications of these biblical principles in building a healthy, God-centered marriage.

Real Meets Ideal
June 7, 2015From the series: Once Upon a Marriage
Examines marriage's biblical roots, starting from Genesis, emphasizing oneness and unity as God's vision. It discusses challenges within marriages post-Fall, attributing tension and difficulty to sin and societal deterioration. Encourages viewing marriage through God's design, aiming for unity, support, and love, despite the imperfections inherent in human relationships.

Leaving a Legacy
May 3, 2015From the series: Outlasters
Emphasizes the importance of enduring faith, drawing from Paul's letter to Timothy in 2 Timothy 1. It discusses how Timothy's faith, influenced by his grandmother Lois and mother Eunice, should inspire believers today to overcome discouragement and trials.
Persecution
July 7, 2013From the series: Bless This Home
Emphasizes that those who follow Christ will face persecution, but are blessed and should rejoice because their reward in heaven is great. The message encourages believers to expect persecution, endure it because Christ is worth it, and create a strong family identity in God's kingdom to withstand societal pressures and opposition. The overarching theme is to maintain faith and commitment to Jesus, understanding the eternal value of their stand for righteousness.