1. 2 Cor. 1:4-6 (NKJV)
who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. [5] For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. [6] Now if we are afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effective for enduring the same sufferings which we also suffer. Or if we are comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation. 1

2. Matthew 19:4
4 “…Have you not read that He who made them at the beginning made them male and female…”
Mark 10:11,12
Genesis 1:27; 5:2

3. Outcome if these are not in us: Useless and unfruitful – short-sighted, blind, forgetting our purification from sins
Outcome if these are in us: We are useful and able to bear fruit…never stumble
Home & Family 3 3

4. Parenting According to the Pattern
Outcome if these are not in us: Useless and unfruitful – short-sighted, blind, forgetting our purification from sins
Outcome if these are in us: We are useful and able to bear fruit…never stumble
Home & Family
Home & Family
Parenting According to the Pattern 4 4

5. God’s Pattern By Example And Instruction
The construction of the ark (Gen. 6:14-15)
The tabernacle (Exodus 25:8-9)
The temple (1 Kings 5-7)
The church (Mat. 16:18; 1 Cor. 3:10-11; Eph. 2:19-20)
Christian living (Acts 2:42; 2 Tim. 1:13)
Home and family (Mat. 19:1-9; Gen 1:26-28; Isa 45:18)
2 Cor. 1:4-6 (NKJV)
who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. [5] For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. [6] Now if we are afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effective for enduring the same sufferings which we also suffer. Or if we are comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation. 5

6. Some Parents In The Bible
Adam and Eve (Gen. 4:1-2)
Abraham and Sarah (Genesis 18:10; 21:1-3)
The mother of Zebedee’s children (Mark 15:40; 16:1)
The man who had two sons (Luke 15:11-32)
Timothy’s mother & grandmother (2 Tim 1:5; 3:14-15)
2 Cor. 1:4-6 (NKJV)
who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. [5] For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. [6] Now if we are afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effective for enduring the same sufferings which we also suffer. Or if we are comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation. 6

7. Outcome if these are in us: We are useful and able to bear fruit…never stumble
Outcome if these are not in us: Useless and unfruitful – short-sighted, blind, forgetting our purification from sins
Values - The ultimate worth of people and things must first be taught in the home. 7

8. Outcome if these are in us: We are useful and able to bear fruit…never stumble
Outcome if these are not in us: Useless and unfruitful – short-sighted, blind, forgetting our purification from sins
Responsibilities - Children must be taught that they will be held responsible for certain things. 8 8

9. Outcome if these are in us: We are useful and able to bear fruit…never stumble
Outcome if these are not in us: Useless and unfruitful – short-sighted, blind, forgetting our purification from sins
Discipline - This process involves training by word, reproof and also by action. 9 9

10. Outcome if these are in us: We are useful and able to bear fruit…never stumble
Outcome if these are not in us: Useless and unfruitful – short-sighted, blind, forgetting our purification from sins
Appreciation – To stop, identify and reflect on our blessings are among the things sorely needed by all. 10 10

11. Love – Among our greatest needs is love.
Outcome if these are in us: We are useful and able to bear fruit…never stumble
Outcome if these are not in us: Useless and unfruitful – short-sighted, blind, forgetting our purification from sins
Love – Among our greatest needs is love. 11 11

12. What Parents Can Leave Behind
Take Life Seriously
2 Cor. 1:4-6 (NKJV)
who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. [5] For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. [6] Now if we are afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effective for enduring the same sufferings which we also suffer. Or if we are comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation. 12

13. What Parents Can Leave Behind
Make A Life Not Just A Living
2 Cor. 1:4-6 (NKJV)
who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. [5] For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. [6] Now if we are afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effective for enduring the same sufferings which we also suffer. Or if we are comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation. 13

14. What Parents Can Leave Behind
Living to serve
2 Cor. 1:4-6 (NKJV)
who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. [5] For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. [6] Now if we are afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effective for enduring the same sufferings which we also suffer. Or if we are comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation. 14

15. What Parents Can Leave Behind
A Good Name
2 Cor. 1:4-6 (NKJV)
who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. [5] For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. [6] Now if we are afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effective for enduring the same sufferings which we also suffer. Or if we are comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation. 15

16. What Parents Can Leave Behind
Heaven As The Ultimate Goal
2 Cor. 1:4-6 (NKJV)
who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. [5] For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. [6] Now if we are afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effective for enduring the same sufferings which we also suffer. Or if we are comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation. 16

17. 2 Cor. 1:4-6 (NKJV)
who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. [5] For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. [6] Now if we are afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effective for enduring the same sufferings which we also suffer. Or if we are comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation. 17

18. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Outcome if these are in us: We are useful and able to bear fruit…never stumble
Outcome if these are not in us: Useless and unfruitful – short-sighted, blind, forgetting our purification from sins
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs 18 18