Paul was in prison in most of the books he writes. Yet he was filled with joy and continued to share Jesus with everyone. Continued to encourage others to stand firm in the faith.

Children have a responsibility to learn godly ways to live as Christians. Yet it is still up to the parents to help model a holy lifestyle for them to emulate.

Prayer, we say it all the time but how much do we do it? Do we understand the power in it? Do we see the blessing of a relationship with God? Do we know if its done properly it accomplishes much.

We all go through seasons in our lives. Some good some bad. Regardless sometimes its hard to let go of the season you are in and move on to the new one. Change is a key component to a Christian lifestyle. We must learn to let go, to grow.

Elijah had a stand off against the evil followers of Baal. Pray should be our go to in any situation. Prayer is powerful!

Parents should nurture their children in the ways of the Lord. Parents are to model a Christian lifestyle. From prayer to reading your Word and living that out before them.

Knowing we will stand before Jesus for everything we have ever done. What can we do to make sure when we see Him that He would be pleased. Having the mind of Christ is a very good start.

A continuation of this morning's message on teaching God and biblical views at home.

Parents should live by the Scriptures and communicate its truth to their family.

We are a living record. From the life we live around others. To that life lived brought up again before the King. We all need to live a life of holiness as much as we can to better serve Jesus.