Show Notes: Pursuing Biblical Masculinity - The Duty of Family Worship
Introduction:
- Exploring disciplines from God's Word to live out our faith.
- Aiming to help men be spiritual leaders in their homes.
- Recap of the previous episode: Defined family worship, its history, and its theological foundations.
Importance of Family Worship:
- Not just a good idea but a mandate.
- Focused on the life of Joshua, a significant leader in Israel.
Key Scripture from Joshua 24:14-15:
- Emphasizes serving the Lord sincerely and faithfully.
- Encourages households to serve the Lord.
- Three main takeaways from these verses:
Impact of Joshua's Leadership:
- His leadership influenced Israel to serve the Lord even after his passing.
- A call for men today to lead their families similarly.
3 Ways to Worship God with Families:
- Speak and Teach God’s Word in the Home: Daily and frequent discussion of God's Word.
- Pray: Continuous attitude of prayer and gratitude.
- Sing to the Lord: Invite families into worship through song.
Other Relevant Scriptures:
- Genesis 18:19: The call for Abraham to command his children and household to keep the ways of the Lord.
Conclusion and Next Steps:
- Upcoming episode will provide practical steps for implementing family worship.
- Encourages listeners to revisit the scriptures discussed.
- Offers assistance through a discovery session available on reformedandredeemed.org.
Remember, leading your family in worship is not just a choice but a commandment from God. Embrace the call and witness the transformation in your household.