Luke 18:15-16 This Morning’s Bible Text

1.Our children are a part of this local Christian community. (Acts 2:42; Hebrews 10:24-25) 2.Our children are to be exposed to the most fundamental means of grace. (Romans 10:14; Acts 2:42-27; Matthew 28:19-20) 3.Our children need to experience the faith of the entire congregation. (Deuteronomy 31:9-13) 4.Our children need to see the faith of their parents in action. (Ephesians 6:4) 5.Our children need to see their parents worshipping. (Deuteronomy 6; Psalm 78; Ephesians 6:1-3; Deuteronomy 4:9-11; 6; 2 Timothy 3:13-17). I.Why Should We Expect Our Children in the Worship Service

6.Our children need to learn the nuances of church life. (1 Timothy 3:15) I.Why Should We Expect Our Children in the Worship Service

1.Focus on corporate worship throughout the week. (Acts 20:7; Hebrews 10:24-25) 2.We must model excitement about the Lord’s Day. (Psalm 118:24; Philippians 4:4) 3.Practice family worship at home. (Ephesians 6:4) 4.Read the passage or chapter the pastor will be preaching on during the week. (Romans 10:17; Deuteronomy (6:5-7) 5.Never under-estimate children! (Psalm 78:4-7) 6.Use the opportunities the service offers as teaching moments. 7.Chose your seats strategically. II.How We Encourage Our Children in the Worship Service

8.Lead your row; be an example of biblical worship. (1 Timothy 4:12) 9.Ask for the help of others in training of children in worship. 10.Don’t worry, be worshipping! (Colossians 3:12- 14) 11.Parents; engage your children. (Proverbs 22:6) 12.Be persistent and consistent (1 Corinthians 15:28) 13.Do not be discouraged but be patient! (1 Thessalonians 5:14) II.How We Encourage Our Children in the Worship Service

1.For our children to hear and respond to the gospel message! III.The Goal of Having Our Children in the Worship Service