{"id":4154,"date":"2024-06-17T00:27:27","date_gmt":"2024-06-17T04:27:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mzgtiglobal.org\/?p=4154"},"modified":"2024-06-17T00:27:29","modified_gmt":"2024-06-17T04:27:29","slug":"the-family-empowered-to-succeed-june-16th-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mzgtiglobal.org\/?p=4154","title":{"rendered":"THE FAMILY EMPOWERED TO SUCCEED, JUNE 16TH, 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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CENTRAL THOUGHT
\u2026for with God, nothing shall be impossible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TEXT: GEN. 24:1, 34-36; 35:1-7; JOHN 15:4-5<\/p>\n\n\n\n

INTRODUCTION:
The word \u2018empower\u2019 means to give power to someone or give official authority or legal power to act on behalf of another. It could also mean enabled, inspired, influenced, or promoted and trained. An empowered family is that where every member properly takes his\/her responsibilities. 2 Peter 1:3 says, \u201cAccording to His divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him that hath called us to glory and virtue\u201d. As believers, we are expected to begin the gospel propagation from our homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

LESSON OBJECTIVE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. To know what it means for a family to be empowered<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Discuss ways God can empower a family<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Know the hindrances to family empowerment<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Know what it means to succeed<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    BIBLE TRUTH:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    QUESTION 1) WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR A FAMILY TO BE EMPOWERED
    For a family to be empowered, it means that God is involved in building and establishing it. He lays the foundation and makes provisions for its spiritual and physical well-being. Psalm 127:1 says, \u201cExcept the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that build it\u2026\u201d. As the master builder, God made the provision for families\u2019 empowerment and desires that each family (Christian family) will abide in Christ to enable them in fulfilling God\u2019s purpose on Earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    QUESTION 2) DISCUSS THE FOLLOWING WAYS GOD CAN EMPOWER A FAMILY
    Through the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 12:7-8; Isa. 11:1-3): \u201cBut the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal\u2026\u201d. The workings of the Holy Spirit empower family members to succeed, as each member carries out his\/her assigned responsibilities in the home. The nine gifts of the Holy Spirit and other talents given to believers by God are to affect their generation and live better Christian lives, thereby wroughting success.
    Obedience to the word of God (Josh 1:8; Rom. 4:3; 2 Tim 3:16-17; Ps. 119:11). \u201cThy word have I hid in my heart that I might not sin against you\u201d. The word of God is the greatest weapon of empowerment the family has to succeed in all things. This can be achieved through studying, meditating, and obedience to it. \u201cFor wherewithal shall a man cleanse his way? By taking heed thereto according to Thy word\u201d (Ps. 119:9).
    Prayers (Gen. 17:17-22; 1 Thess. 5:17). Prayer strengthens the family, makes their vision clearer, and produces faith, hence we are enjoined to pray without ceasing.
    Faith (Acts 3:25; Gen. 22:8; Gal. 3:7-9). Faith believes for the impossible to be made possible. Abraham confessed to Isaac that \u201c\u2026 God shall provide Himself a Lamb for sacrifice\u2026\u201d. We are children of Abraham by faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
    Love for God and Man (1 Cor. 13:1-7). \u201cAnd herein do I exercise myself to have always a conscience void of offence towards God and towards man\u201d (Acts 24:16). Love for God and man is manifested in being free of offence towards God and man while producing the fruit of the Spirit in our daily walk\/ work in life.
    Vision (Gen. 15:1; 46:2; Num. 12:6). Clear vision of God\u2019s purpose in a family produces confidence towards God\u2019s direction for every situation of life. God said to Abraham \u201c\u2026 fear not\u2026 I am thy shield and thy exceeding great reward\u201d.
    Righteousness Our righteousness is based on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the Cross of Calvary. We are expected to live righteously in our thoughts and actions because \u201che that doeth righteousness is righteous even as God is righteous\u201d. 1 John 3:7.
    Blessing of giving (Gen. 18:6-7; Mal. 3:10). \u201c\u2026 and prove me now herewith\u2026 if I will not open you the windows of heaven and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it\u201d. God gave us His best and expects us to reciprocate; the family that gives is blessed the more.
    Maintaining family altar with God (Gen. 19:27; 22:9; 13:4; 18). Maintaining family altar strengthens the bond of affection towards one another in a family relationship. God is called upon daily, worshipped, and His word is studied at the family altar. Errors are corrected; hope, courage, mercy, favor, and grace are drawn from the altar of God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    QUESTION 3) DISCUSS SOME HINDRANCES TO FAMILY EMPOERMENT AND SUCCESS.
    1 Sam. 15:22-23; Hos. 4:6; Prov. 1:10; 10:13; 21:17
    The empowerment and success in the family can be hindered when we disobey God\u2019s word. God has commanded total obedience to His word in all ages. He has punished offenders and will still punish every act of disobedience.
    This happens when we hold on to the opinions and views of men rather than God\u2019s standard and when we regulate our family life by our personal perspectives, philosophy, and tradition of men even when they are selfish and unreasonable, negating God\u2019s word. Most challenges threatening families and wrecking homes today stem from the different temperaments, orientations, backgrounds, carelessness, misunderstanding, bad behavior of the key players, lack of love and affection among them, in-laws, and power of darkness. Then end result maybe separation, divorce, or even killing one another thereby negatively affecting the lives of the children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    QUESTION 4) WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO SUCCEED IN ALL THINGS? 2 PET. 1:3
    \u201cAccording as His divine power has given us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him that has called us to glory and virtue\u201d. Success is fulfilling the will of God in all spheres of life.
    Every family fights spiritual battles and \u201c\u2026the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds; casting down imaginations and every high thing that exalted itself against the knowledge of God and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ\u2026\u201d (2 Cor. 10:3-6).
    In Gen. 1:26-30, God made provision of all the resources needed for man\u2019s use when He created him. He expects us to work and utilize only godly avenue to have a balanced standard in life; following the path of contentment while trusting God for increase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    DAILY LIVING APPLICATION:
    God empowers all believers through the Holy Spirit to make full proof of the word of God in their families. It is departure from God\u2019s standard and clear commands that is responsible for break ups of many families while others resolve to endure to cover shame. Genuine believers should avoid widespread attitude of disobedience of God\u2019s standard for the family, neglect of parental responsibilities, eye service, overbearing and hard disposition to subordinates, unfair and ruthless treatment of other members of the family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    MEMORY VERSE: Gen 24:1
    \u201cAnd Abraham was old and well stricken in age; and the Lord blessed Abraham in ALL THINGS\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE:
    MONDAY: YOU MUST BE A MEMBER OF GOD\u2019S FAMILY. (John 1:12; 3:3-7)
    TUESDAY: GOD HAS EMPOWERED HIS CHILDREN TO DO EXPLOIT. (Joshua 1:8-9; Acts 1:8)
    WEDNESDAY: GOD HAS PROVIDED WHAT IT TAKES TO HAVE A GODLY FAMILY. (Eph. 5:22-33)
    THURSDAY: GOD HATES UNFAITHFULNESS. (Luke 19:20-27)
    FRIDAY: ETERNAL REWARD AWAITS THE FAITHFUL BELIEVER. (1 Pet. 1:3-12)
    SATURDAY: HEROES OF FAITH ARE WAITING FOR US FOR PERFECTION. (Heb. 11:1-40)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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