1. Commitment in the Family

2. + Definition
1. Responsibility
2. Loyalty
3. Activity

3. +Synonyms – promise, pledge, vow, binder, obligation, assurance, word, guarantee +related to the Family
1. types of commitment
A. Pre-committed relationship
B. Uncommitted relationship
C. Committed relationship

4. 2. levels of commitment Known fact Attitude Formal or official
A. Macro
Characteristics:
Abiding
Known fact
Attitude
Formal or official
B. Micro -temporary, broken, shallow

5. 1. foundation of commitment 2. Facets of commitment A. Loving
Love must be selfless
Love must be sacrificing
Love must be sincere
Love must be shown in:
1. provision
2. progression
3. protection

6. *negatively-not dead by: *positively –open communication
B. Living
*negatively-not dead by:
*positively –open communication
C. Lasting - abiding
-Avoidance
-Aims – couples (Rom )

7. D. Liberating -giving time for oneself
Not confining members in a box
Not under house arrest
Warning –Freedom is to do good,
right, and godly

8. E. Listening Everyone has right to speak & be heard
There’s open communication

9. Conclusion The enemy tries to destroy the Christian family
Thus, be on guard & be committed to excellent family relationship by Word, Prayer, & Support of the Church family