Series: How to Have a Great Family
Affirm their value constantly
“Not even a sparrow can fall to the ground without our Heavenly Father knowing it…and you are far more valuable to God!” – Matt 10:29-31
Why are you so valuable?
- God made them – Psalm 139:13-14
- Jesus died for them – 1 Peter 1:19
- God’s spirit lives in them – 1 Corinthians 6:19
Ways to affirm value:
- Give your kids visual attention
- Give your kids physical affection
- Give your kids verbal appreciation
“Your Father in heaven pays great attention to you, down to the last detail – even numbering the hairs on your head!” – Matt 10:30
(God) “I drew them to me with affection and love. I picked them up and I held them to my cheek.” – Hosea 11:4
God says “You are precious to me! I treat you with honor, and I love you!” – Isaiah 43:4
“A word of encouragement does wonders!” – Proverbs 12:25