What steps can you take to ensure your household hears God's word regularly? Scripture Focus “Then they spoke the word of the Lord to him and to everyone in his house.” – Acts 16:32 Why Household Hearing Matters • Paul and Silas did not leave the jailer’s family out; the whole home heard the gospel. • God portrays the family as His first training ground (Deuteronomy 6:6-7). • Faith is sparked and strengthened by hearing (Romans 10:17). Practical Steps to Keep the Word Flowing • Establish a regular, shared time – Pick a slot everyone can guard (breakfast, dinner, or bedtime). – Consistency builds expectation; even ten focused minutes count. • Read the Word aloud – Scripture was written to be heard (Colossians 4:16). – Rotate readers so every voice—parents, teens, children—proclaims truth. • Talk it through naturally – After reading, recap in everyday language. – Tie the passage to current family challenges or joys. • Memorize together – Start with a verse a week; post it on the fridge or bathroom mirror. – Use songs or motions for younger children. • Integrate Scripture into daily rhythms – Deuteronomy 6:6-7: “These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit in your house and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.” – Apply at meals, car rides, chore time. • Model personal devotion – Let family members “catch” you with an open Bible. – Share briefly what the Lord showed you that morning (Psalm 119:130). • Use multiple avenues – Audio Bibles while driving, Scripture-based music, verse art on walls. – Family worship nights with songs and readings (Colossians 3:16). • Protect the environment – Silence phones, switch off screens during Bible time. – Signal this is sacred, not casual. • Involve the entire household – Encourage children to prepare a short reading or illustration. – Invite guests or extended family; the jailer’s whole house listened. Encouraging Promises • “We will not hide them from their children, but will declare to the next generation the praises of the LORD.” – Psalm 78:4 • “From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.” – 2 Timothy 3:15 • “But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” – Joshua 24:15 Regular, intentional exposure to God’s Word lays a foundation the Spirit delights to bless, just as He did for the jailer’s family. |
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