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Central Christian Church

We Have Children, Now What?

Parents, Be Jesus! Because who we are and what we do teaches far more than what we say!

Locations & Times

3010 NE 14th St, Ocala, FL 34470, USA

Sunday 7:00 AM

Recap: We’re Married! Now What?

Serve – Love – Respect. First with God; then with one another.

“Our role as parents is to impress on our children the love and character of God.”
Reggie Joiner

How do we teach and impress on our children the love and character of God?

Our children are made of clay and a sponge!

Love God Wholeheartedly!

We can’t give what we don’t have. Do we have a personal relationship with Jesus?

Matthew 6:33

By our life lived, we show what’s truly valuable and eternal. Is God first?

Whose Plans? Whose Purpose? Whose Priorities? Ours or Gods?

Deuteronomy 6:5-6

Lead Our Family Courageously!

Joshua 24:14-15

Three D’s:
Direct – Discipline – Disciple

“How do we bring up our kids without tearing them down?”
Dr. Kevin LeMan

In life and faith; attitude and action; character and conduct – be an example and role model!

“Truth is grounded in a relationship with God. Without a relationship it leads to rebellion.”
Josh McDowell

The why behind the what!

Deuteronomy 6:2

Parents, Be Jesus! Because who we are and what we do teaches far more than what we say!

Parents, we show because our children tell!

1 Corinthians 11:1

Live Every Moment Purposefully!

Deuteronomy 6:7

Be Intentional! Be Purposeful! Be Together!

Spend Time Together. Eat together. Read Together. Play Together. Pray Together. Worship Together.

Kids spell love T.I.M.E.

Purposefully be surrounded by…

The why behind the what!

We’re preparing our children for life on their own with a faith of their own!

Proverbs 6:20-23

“Our role as parents is to impress on our children the love and character of God.”
– Reggie Joiner

Love – Lead – Live

Questions to reflect on in your personal quiet time, with the family and/or in your Life Group.

1. Share your understanding of what the message was about.

2. How can we apply and integrate this message into our life?

3. Read Deuteronomy 6:5-9. Discuss: ‘We’re preparing our children for life on their own with a faith of their own!’ How?

4. Read Matthew 6:33. As parents, do we love God wholeheartedly? We can’t give what we don’t have.

5. Read Joshua 24:14-15. How are we leading our courageously? What example is our life and faith exhibiting?

6. This week, how can we purposefully with intention spend more quality family time together?

7. What system of ‘checks and balances’ do we need to put in place to honor God, our spouse and others?

Rooted

Rooted is a community experience, where individuals establish firm roots in the Truth of God’s Word through personal study and practicing seven rhythms essential to a healthy relationship with Jesus, and then come together to discuss what they’re learning. Rooted begins Wednesday, Sept 18 and meets each Wednesday at 6:30 PM for 10 weeks. Sign up early; Space is limited. Cost is $30 per person and covers the workbook and a Celebration Dinner at the end of the session. Childcare for infants - 5th grade provided for a one-time fee of $30 per family. Register for Rooted at c3ocala.com/rooted or stop by the table in the courtyard for more information.

http://c3ocala.com/rooted

Life Groups

At Central, we believe we are better together, so don’t miss this opportunity to connect with a small group within our community. Stop by the table in the courtyard or visit c3ocala.com/lifegroups find the group that’s right for you. If you are new to Central, we encourage you to participate in Rooted prior to joining a Life Group.

http://c3ocala.com/lifegroups