1. THE CONQUERING FAMILY GOD’S PLAN FOR YOUR FAMILY TODAY Ndaba Mazabane

2. INTRODUCTION In Jesus Christ we are conquerors What makes us more than conquerors? Our conduct is our testimony The need of the hour – The Family My approach of the topic

3. STATISTICS SAY… 50% of marriages will end in divorce Affecting over 80 000 children Single parenting has increased by 300% Cohabitation is becoming popular

4. TRUTH ABOUT FAMILIES Despite changes, God is still in control Most marriages are still intact Most families are not dysfunctional No family is perfect All parents make mistakes When stressed, seek help Do not need to have all the answers

5. THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE FAMILY Basic unit of society Family life influences every part of life The two greatest forces for evangelism Healthy marriages Healthy churches Impact on the community

6. BIBLICAL BASIS FOR FAMILY What does the Bible say Relationships are core Old Testament insights Jesus, The Church, the Bride Home must be the Centre

7. WHAT IS THE FAMILY The nuclear family The extended family The blended family The single-parent family The child-headed household

8. CONQUERING FAMILIES Working to maintain strong bonds Express love in words and deeds Masters of communication Sharing responsibilities Create family traditions Use humor wisely Source of encouragement

9. CONQUERING FAMILIES A lifelong commitment to marriage Loyalty and faithfulness to spouse Share strong moral values Respect for each other, live as friends Commitment to sexual fidelity Heritage Builders Willingness to forgive and be forgiven

10. THE ROLE OF CONQUERING PARENTS Hebrew 10:23-25 Hold sacred the hope we have in God Build family on God’s faithfulness Teach children God’s word Put your family first Know the times we live in

11. PILLARS OF CONQUERING FAMILIES Honouring God’s Authority Respect Human life Exercise Moral Purity Serving the Local Church

12. PILLARS OF CONQUERING FAMILIES …cont Using Time wisely Practicing Biblical Stewardship Sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ

13. THE GOLDEN RULES OF THE CONQUERING FAMILY The whole and the parts Values to live by Put spouse first Forgiveness and love Stick to your guns Treat other like persons

14. CONCLUSION The ripple effect Make a difference in your family Story of Jukes and Edwards Start small and never give up Go back home and cause ripples God be with you and Bless you!

15. NOW IS YOUR TURN… Q & A Comments Commitments