How to Set Boundaries // LET’S TALK

Series - Let's Talk: Conversations That Matter
Scriptures - Deuteronomy 6:4-9
Presenter - Russ Barksdale - Teaching Team
Date - May 4, 2025

Being a parent today isn’t easy—especially when it feels like we’re speaking a different language than our kids. In Week 2 of our Let’s Talk series, we dive into how to talk to your kids about setting healthy boundaries, not with fear or frustration—but with grace, love, and God’s wisdom.

The Bible makes it clear: God wants to be at the center of every part of our lives, including our parenting. When we intentionally talk about God at home, when we walk, when we rise, and when we lie down—we give our children a foundation for truth and freedom.

In this message, we explore:

✅ Why God’s design for communication starts with listening

✅ What it means to “bring God to the table”

✅ How boundaries at home and in the world prepare our kids for life

✅ How the Holy Spirit equips parents to lead their children well

Let this message encourage you to have real, grace-filled conversations that shape your kids for the better—and to trust that God will give you the words you need.

Podcast

Sermon Notes

Bring God to the Table

You can ONLY love what you experience.

THREE AREAS where you need to talk to your kids about setting boundaries

  1. At Home
  2. In the World
  3. With Themselves

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