Worshiping God (with Children?!)

Worshiping God (with Children?!)
Acts 20:1-12
Introduction – Eutychus fell asleep in church.
I.Problems Faced:
A. Babies – noise, activity, others affected
B. Children
C. Teens
II. Principles from Scripture:
A. God deserves reverence. Ps. 96:8-9
B. God is to be worshipped with joy. Ps. 100:1-2
C. Children are welcome at church. Mk. 10:13-16
D. Children give valuable worship to God. Ps. 8:2
E. Children need to be instructed in the ways of the Lord. Prov. 22:6, 15
F. The gospel is both simple and profound. Rom. 10:9; 11:33
G. Preparation is the key. Prov. 20:18 (NAS)
H. Participation is paramount. Joel 2:16
III. Practices to Promote
A. Arrive on time.
B. Bring some quiet toys and picture books.
C. Go to the bathroom before the service.
D. Bring those cheerios.
E. Have a routine. Help them sing, pray, read, give, etc.
F. During the sermon, give them a quiet activity in which they can still listen.
G. Keep ahead of your children.
H. Dad, help out!
I. Take out the child and spank him when necessary.
J. Don't perform for others, but be considerate of others.
K. Show your children that you love God and them.
L. It is good to sit as families.
M. Teens should be enthusiastic participants in worship.
N. Don't sit on the window sill.
Conclusion – Proverbs 23:15-16; 3 John 4