Introduction

• Matthew 22:37

Talk about God all the time.

• Deuteronomy 6:5-6
• Spiritual discussions should be something that happen all the time. A spiritual view should be our default perspective on the news of the day.
• Hebrews 13:15
• Deuteronomy 6:10-13 – God warned Israel not to be distracted with blessings.
• Philippians 2:21
• Ephesians 5:23; 6:4 – Men, lead your family spiritually!

Think of ourselves as slaves.

• Luke 17:7
• Romans 6:16, 22
• The self-esteem movement has caused narcissism. We shouldn’t build ourselves or others up artificially.

Teach kids to respect authority.

• II Corinthians 5:10
• Hebrews 12:7-12
• Matthew 25:41, 46
• We can give our kids a tremendous boost by teaching them discipline and respect for authority because one day they will stand before God.
• Romans 1:29