Just Friends~Chapter 15~

CHAPTER 15-Choose family first

• When you establish a relationship of honor with your mom and dad,you place yourself directly in the path of God's blessing.-pg. 150

• He wants you to find your spiritual and emotional stability in His plan.And for now,a large part of that stability and strength will come from a good relationship with your family.-pg. 150

• Eph. 6:2-3

• Your walk with God and your family relationships are the most important part of the equation.More than you realize,your home is the testing ground of your future.-pg. 153

1.Satan is attacking the home

• If Satan attacks it,then you should fight for it.-pg. 153

2.Bible Characters had some rough situations

• No one has a perfect home,but every home is a learning environment-so have a soft heart regardless of your home situation.-pg. 153

3.How you treat your parents is how you will treat your spouse

• You are becoming what you will be.Your life's pattern's are being engraved upon your heart.-pg. 154

4.Future family relationships will mirror sibling relationships

• If you can build a great relationship with your brothers,or sisters,you're going a long way in spiritual growth and preparation for the future.-pg. 155

• Psalm 133:1

• If you will stay close to your family,your other friendships will have much better balance and strength.-pg. 157

• Someday,when you have a family of your own,you will have already learned how to make them first priority next to God.-pg. 157