Increase of God in Our Parenting - Panel

Main message: Parenting is a spiritual responsibility that requires the fear of the Lord as its foundation — expressed through sacrifice, faith, and loving, godly discipline — and must be lived out practically (including adoption/foster care, blended-family dynamics, teen discipleship, and guarding children in a digital age) so God’s blessing passes to future generations.

Key points:

• The fear of the Lord (Psalm 128) is the foundation for effective parenting; it yields blessing for you and your children across generations.
• Parenting requires sacrifice, recognizing each child is unique, and tailoring training while grounding them in God’s Word.
• Parenting requires faith and reliance on God’s grace when situations exceed our wisdom or strength.
• Discipline is a godly, loving necessity (not abuse); correction is from God and intended for the child’s good.
• Foster/adoption: personal testimonies urging obedience to God’s call to care for orphans, and the healing/transforming power of providing stable homes.
• Practical family guidance: honor and respect biological parents in blended families; model godliness for teens (Proverbs 1:7, Hebrews 12 teaching on chastening); intentionally disciple children in everyday rhythms and guard their media/technology exposure (Deut. 6:4–7).

Scriptures mentioned: Psalms 128, Psalm 68:5, Deuteronomy 6:4–7, Proverbs 1:7, Hebrews 12:5, Ephesians 6:1