Teach Them to Work Unto the Lord, Part 2

Chip explains how to teach children to work "unto the Lord." He challenges parents: Don't rob kids of growth. Teach responsibility, chores, timeliness, and finishing jobs.

Transferable Concept #2: Teach them to WORK unto the Lord.

A theology of work:

• Work is a CALLING, not a job
• All work is SACRED. -1 Cr. 10:31
• Our work is to flow from God’s unique design and PURPOSE for our lives. -Ep. 2:10, 1 Cr. 15:10
• Old Testament roots: Gen. 2:15
• Biblical profiles: Adam, Paul
• New Testament command: Col. 3:23

How to help them discover God's calling for their lives. Ask…

1. What's your unique S.H.A.P.E.?

• Spiritual gifts
• Heart
• Aptitude
• Personality
• Experience

2. Encourage them to get honest, WISE COUNSEL about who you are, where ...