I. Introduction 

      a. A Good Dad Wants His Kids to Do A Few Things:

II. Develop a Listening & Learning Spirit (Proverbs 4:10-13 TLV)

       a. Children learn first from the example set by their parents (Deut. 6:6,7 TLV).

       b. Accept their feelings.

       c. Utilize spanking when needed.

III. Stay Away from the Wrong Crowd (Proverbs 4:14-19 TLV)

       a. Steer your children toward the right kind of friends.

       b. Provide opportunities for your child to find the right kind of friends.

IV. Find Life & Health (Proverbs 4:20-22 TLV)

V. The Core of the Matter: The Spring of Life (Proverbs 4:23-27 TLV)

VI. Conclusion