Growing Great Kids — "In This House" series | Part 2

Parenting is one of the most important — and most challenging — callings you'll ever have. In this message, Senior Pastor Mike Newman continues the "In This House" series with a powerful look at what God's Word actually says about raising children who grow up to become the people God created them to be.

Whether you're a new parent, a grandparent, or someone who simply wants to be equipped to encourage the families around you, this message is packed with practical, biblical wisdom you can start using today.

ANSWERS & KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Children are a gift from God (Psalm 127), not an inconvenience — and how you see them will shape how you treat them, and how you treat them will shape who they become.

Parents are called to be the primary teachers and influencers in their children's lives — not coaches, teachers, or the church alone. God gives that responsibility directly to you (Deuteronomy 6, Ephesians 6:4).

Think process, not event. Raising great kids is an 18-year journey of consistent, age-appropriate teaching — not a single conversation.

Discipline is essential and biblical. It's not about punishment for its own sake — it's about shaping character and teaching that choices have consequences (Proverbs 13:24, Proverbs 19:18, Hebrews 12).

More is caught than taught. Be the person you want your children to become.

Pray without ceasing. You're not always with your kids — but God always is. Pray hard, do your part, and trust God with the rest.