THE IMPORTANCE OF GOD’S HELP

Ephesians 6:10-18

I.  (v.10-17) PARENTS MUST TRUST IN THE LORD

1. The enemy is strong
2. God’s resources are available

 His people

1. His power
2. His armor

 II. (v.18) PARENTS MUST TALK TO THE LORD

     *Be a PRAYER WARRIOR – Praying ALWAYS

     A.  A Biblical pattern

         1. Colossians 1:9-11

          2. Philippians 1:9-11

          3. Ephesians 3:19

     B. Other helpful ideas (John MacArthur)

        Pray for:

1. Wisdom in raising them
2. Their salvation
3. Their increased understanding
4. Their protection from spiritual and physical harm
5. Strength and comfort in trials
6. Their decisions
7. Their relationships
8. Their future heart for ministry

 The bottom line is LOVE (Matthew 22:37-40).  We are to love God and love our children.  This is the essence of Christian parenting.