Arrows in the Hands of Warriors

Psalm 127:3-5

1. The Preparation of the Arrow (v. 3)
   A. Children are a

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   and a
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   from the Lord
   • God has
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     us with something valuable.
     – Hebrew terms for heritage (nachalah) and reward (sakar) imply
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     .
   • What we teach them is the
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     we leave behind. (Psalm 78:4-7)
     – We must teach our children the
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     , the
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     of the Lord, and pass on the faith from
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     .

2. The Aim of the Arrow (v. 4-5a)
   A. The Blessing of a

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     are a blessing.
     — Just as arrows protect the warrior in battle, our children will go out and
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     .

   B. We must train our children in the Way of the Lord. (Proverbs 22:6)

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     the Bible with your children to instill a love for God’s Word.
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     with and for your children, teaching them the importance of a personal relationship with Jesus.
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     your own testimony and faith journey with your children, emphasizing the importance of a personal relationship with Jesus.
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     church services, Connection Bible Study, and other Christian activities with your children to help them understand the community of believers.
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     your children to serve and share their faith with others.

3. The Release of the Arrow (v. 5b)
   A. It pains me to say this, but our children will

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   .
   • If we have trained our children in the way of the Lord, then we should be confident in how they will
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     .

   B. Trust

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   for your child’s life. (Proverbs 3:5-6)
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     them to follow God’s calling and purpose for their life, even if it takes them far from home.

Are you preparing your children to go out to battle?