1. Father’s example
Ephesians 6: 2-4

2. Father’s example – Ephesians 6:2-4
How many of you have/had a father?
How many have/had a good father?
Did your father have a good father?
What about your grandfather’s father?
Definition of Good – Always Changing
Biblical Fathers? (Jephthah, Abraham…)
Good
Exemplary
Long-Term Positive Influence

3. Father’s example – Ephesians 6:2-4
FATHERS How do I live an exemplary life that blesses my children, grandchildren, etc.? EVERYBODY How do I live an exemplary life that blesses everyone who knows me?

4. Father’s example – Ephesians 6:2-4
Honor (v.2)
Your Father and Mother
For Children & Adults
To All People
In Speech and Action
Un-Worldly (Generation Gap)
Compatible with Holy Spirit

5. Father’s example – Ephesians 6:2-4
Bring Them Up (v.4)
Exasperate (Bring Them Down)
Your Children
Biological & Adopted
Spiritual
Attract Upwards by Example
Holy Spirit Filled

6. Father’s example – Ephesians 6:2-4
Good is Changing
Exemplary Remains
Prioritize God
Holy Spirit Filled