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Chapter 1
Human Nature
“The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand.
When you are tempted, He will show you a way out so that you can endure“
1 Corinthians 10:13, NLT
GUiding QUestions
Which story discussed in this chapter resonates with you? What images, memories and emotions surfaced? Why do you think so?
Is there a story that is difficult to process or understand? What about it is challenging?
Do you see yourself in any of the biblical characters studied in this chapter? Who? In what way(s)?
What lessons(s) will you take away from this study? How will these stories help you in your parenting? Your family?
What is God speaking to you concerning your family? Your parenting?
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Adam & Even (Genesis 3&4)
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Sarah, Abraham & hagar
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lot & family
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Guidebook Page 8
Monkey see. Monkey Do.
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Rebekah, Isaac & sons
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Irks & Quirks
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Jochebed
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David & Bathsheba
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Hosea & Gomer
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Mary & Joseph (Matthew 1:18)
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GUiding QUestions
Answer Chapter 1 Guiding Questions in Guidebook, pg. 17
Which story discussed in this chapter resonates with you? What images, memories and emotions surfaced? Why do you think so?
Is there a story that is difficult to process or understand? What about it is challenging?
Do you see yourself in any of the biblical characters studied in this chapter? Who? In what way(s)?
What lessons(s) will you take away from this study? How will these stories help you in your parenting? Your family?
What is God speaking to you concerning your family? Your parenting?
DO NOW: WRITE, Guidebook, pg. 17
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Chapter 2
The call to Parent
“Children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb is a reward“
Psalm 127:3, NKJV
GUiding QUestions
What do you understand about the Call to Parent?
Is there anything that you read that is familiar or relatable to you and/or your children?
What has God called you to do?
What type of child is God calling you to raise?
DO NOW: THINK, Guidebook, pg. 19
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Read Pages 19-26.1
Chapter 2 Intro
The Call as Enabling
The Call as Equipping
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“Called” to Parent
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Read Pages 26.2-32
The Calling of God
Samuel
David
Mary, The Mother of Jesus
The Disciples
My Calling
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Calling Insights
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GUiding QUestions
Answer Chapter 2 Guiding Questions in Guidebook, pg. 23
What do you understand about the Call to Parent?
Is there anything that you read that is familiar or relatable to you and/or your children?
What has God called you to do?
What type of child is God calling you to raise?
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Chapter 3
Generational Blessings
“For I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children to the third and fourth generations of those who hate Me, but showing mercy to thousands, to those who love Me and keep My commandments.”
Deuteronomy 5:9-10
GUiding QUestions
What are generational curses?
What proclivities and/or curses exist and/or are being formed against your family/children?
In what ways has social media and other forms of entertainment had an influence on your children?
What does it mean to be in Covenant with God?
What does it mean to be “In Christ”?
What are generational blessings?
How has God blessed your family?
DO NOW: THINK, Guidebook, pg. 24
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Chapter 3 Intro
Generational Curses and Blessings
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Read to understand
A Curse & A Blessing
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The Great Sifting
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Generational Curses!
Action Steps/Strategy
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Generational Curses!
Write A Prayer
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Read to understand
The Blessing in Christ Jesus
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Guidebook Page 32
Prayer of Salvation According to Romans 10:9-10
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The promise of god concerning your Children
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GUiding QUestions
Answer Chapter 3 Guiding Questions in Guidebook, pg. 35-36
What are generational curses?
What proclivities and/or curses exist and/or are being formed against your family/children?
In what ways has social media and other forms of entertainment had an influence on your children?
What does it mean to be in Covenant with God?
What does it mean to be “In Christ”?
What are generational blessings?
How has God blessed your family?
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Chapter 4
Assessing Your Parenting Style
“For which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and count the cost, whether he has enough to finish it?“
Luke 14:28, NKJV
GUiding QUestions
Based on the results from The Parenting Style Inventory, are you a Reclusive, Exclusive or Inclusive parent? How do you feel about your results?
How does knowing your parenting style help you to make more informed decisions about your parenting?
What parenting style is most realistic for you to achieve, given the current dynamics of your family?
What steps do you need to take to become more Inclusive?
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Guidebook Page 38-42
The Parenting-Style Inventory
To Start Inventory
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Reclusive Parenting
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Exclusive Parenting
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Guidebook. pg. 44
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Inclusive Parenting
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Guidebook. pg. 45
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Guidebook Page 46
Parenting Measure
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Guidebook Page 47-49
Reclusive, Exclusive or Inclusive Parenting
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Read Pages 64.2-75
Presence in Every Stage of Life
Prayerful
Patience
Persistence
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Guidebook Page 50-51
Inclusive Parenting at Every Stage
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GUiding QUestions
Answer Chapter 4 Guiding Questions in Guidebook, pg. 52
Based on the results from The Parenting Style Inventory, are you a Reclusive, Exclusive or Inclusive parent? How do you feel about your results?
How does knowing your parenting style help you to make more informed decisions about your parenting?
What parenting style is most realistic for you to achieve, given the current dynamics of your family?
What steps do you need to take to become more Inclusive?
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Chapter 5
Abba, Father!
“A Father of the fatherless, a defender of windows, Is God in His holy habitation.“
Psalm 68:5
GUiding QUestions
Which God-Character(s) resonates with your parenting style? How?
In which characteristic of God has He made Himself most known to you and your family? Tell why.
What do you understand about the Spirit of Adoption?
DO NOW: THINK, Guidebook, pg. 53
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Guidebook Page 54-58
Lesson Plans
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Chapter 5 Intro
Jehovah Shammah
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El Roi
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Jehovah Jireh
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Jehovah Rapha
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Read Pages 84.3-86.1
Abba, Father!
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Romans 8: 1-17
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GUiding QUestions
Answer Chapter 5 Guiding Questions in Guidebook, pg. 61
Which God-Character(s) resonates with your parenting style? How?
In which characteristic of God has He made Himself most known to you and your family? Tell why.
What do you understand about the Spirit of Adoption?
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Chapter 6
Live the abundant life now!
“I have come that they might have life, and that they may have it abundantly“
John 10:10
GUiding QUestions
Did you have dreams and aspirations as a child that you have yet to fulfill? What are they?
What does self-care look like to you? How important is self-care to you?
How much time do you spend doing what you enjoy? What are some of your favorite activities and pastimes?
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Read Pages 90-106.1
Chapter 6 Intro
A Dream Deferred
Overcoming Fear
Guilt, Condemnation & Shame
Know Who You Are in Christ Jesus
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Guidebook Page 63-65
Matthew 18:1-4 & Make A Wish!
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Guidebook Page 66-70
Forgiveness
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Forgiveness/Apology Letter
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Guidebook Page 72-78
Encouraging Myself, Loving Me!,
& 31 Days of Intentional Living
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Answer Chapter 6 Guiding Questions in Guidebook, pg. 79
Did you have dreams and aspirations as a child that you have yet to fulfill? What are they?
What does self-care look like to you? How important is self-care to you?
How much time do you spend doing what you enjoy? What are some of your favorite activities and pastimes?
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Chapter 7
Covering Your Children
“For I know the plans I have for you, saith the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you hope and a future.”
Jeremiah 29:11
GUiding QUestions
If you could change anything about your family dynamics and how it operates, what would you change?
How important is it to you for your family to work through challenges?
What changes are being made to ensure your family lives more abundantly?
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Read Pages 112-144
Chapter 7 Intro
A.S.S.E.S.S.
Healing Homes
Healing Words
Healing the Soul
Healing the Spirit-Person
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Guidebook Page 81-104
A.S.S.E.S.S & Targets
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Answer Chapter 7 Guiding Questions in Guidebook, pg. 108
If you could change anything about your family dynamics and how it operates, what would you change?
How important is it to you for your family to work through challenges?
What changes are being made to ensure your family lives more abundantly?
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Chapter 8
Called to Prayer
“If My people who are called by My name would humble themselves and pray, seek My face and turn from their wicked ways then I will hear from Heaven, forgive their sins and heal their land.”
2 Chronicles 7:14
GUiding QUestions
What is prayer?
Do you believe in the power of prayer? Why or why not?
What prayer concerns do you have right now?
Have you ever received answers to your prayers? Explain.
DO NOW: THINK, Guidebook, pg. 109
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Read Pages 146-157
Chapter 8 Intro
Prayers of Salvation, the Blessing & Having a Personal Relationship with Jesus Christ
Prayers Concerning Your Child’s Character & Behavior
Prayers for Children’s Health & Safety
Prayers Concerning My Parenting
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Guidebook Page 110-122
Prayer Journal
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Answer Chapter 8 Guiding Questions in Guidebook, pg. 123
What is prayer?
Do you believe in the power of prayer? Why or why not?
What prayer concerns do you have right now?
Have you ever received answers to your prayers? Explain.
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Chapter 9
When it looks like you’re losing
“And we know that all things work together for the good of them that love Him and are called according to His purpose.”
Romans 8:28
GUiding QUestions
How will you handle times of uncertainty?
How equipped are you to successfully navigate the ups and downs of life? What do you need to do to better prepare yourself?
What are your tools, strategies, resources that will help you to stand during every test and trial that you face?
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Guidebook Page 125-126
Trust God. Trust the Process.
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Answer Chapter 9 Guiding Questions in Guidebook, pg. 127
How will you handle times of uncertainty?
How equipped are you to successfully navigate the ups and downs of life? What do you need to do to better prepare yourself?
What are your tools, strategies, resources that will help you to stand during every test and trial that you face?
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