Week 1: Building A God-Centerd Home
In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine the state of our homes and families through the lens of Deuteronomy 6. The central theme revolves around creating a God-centered home environment, where His Word is at the core of daily life. We're reminded of the Israelites' journey and how Moses urged the new generation to break free from their parents' rebellious patterns. This parallel invites us to consider our own generational 'scars' and how we can overcome them through active faith. The concept of 'Shema' - to listen and obey - is emphasized, encouraging us to be intentional in our spiritual practices at home. We're called to prioritize family dinners, devotions, and meaningful conversations, creating spaces where faith can flourish. This message compels us to evaluate what we're bringing into our homes and to courageously remove anything that doesn't align with God's will. It's a stirring call to action for all of us, regardless of our family structure, to make our homes beacons of God's love and truth.
Deuteronomy 6:1-19 - This passage is read and discussed extensively throughout the sermon.
1 Corinthians 11:3 - "But I want you to understand that the head of every man is Christ, the head of a wife is her husband, and the head of Christ is God."
Deuteronomy 6:7 - "Repeat them again and again to your children. Talk about them when you're at home and when you're on the road, when you are going to bed and when you are getting up."
