Eph 6:1-3 1Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 2"Honor your father and mother"-- which is the first commandment with a promise-- 3"that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth." (NIV)
1. When it matters most, the quality of the relationship with your children will determine the weight of your influence.
Ephesians 6:4 Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.
Colossians 3:21 Fathers, do not embitter your children, or they will become discouraged.
Don’t Exasperate and Embitter, But Nourish
Don’t Exasperate and Embitter!
Nourish
2. Your relationship with your children will impact the quality of their future relationships.
Two Things Needed to have Great Relationship with your kids: 1.They want to feel accepted. 2.They need your time.