I. What is family Worship?

Reference:
https://www.jw.org/en/publications/books/jeho
vahs-will/jehovahs-witnesses-family-worship/

What Is Family Worship?

Since ancient times, Jehovah has wanted each family to spend time together, fortifying their
spirituality and strengthening their household. (Deuteronomy 6:6, 7) That is why Jehovahs
Witnesses set aside a period each week for the family to worship togetherdiscussing, in a relaxed
setting, spiritual matters that are tailored to their needs. Even if you live alone, such time can be
well-spent with God on a Bible study project of your choosing.
It is a time to draw closer to Jehovah. Draw close to God, and he will draw close to you. (James
4:8) We get to know Jehovah better when we learn details about his personality and his actions
through the pages of his written Word. An easy way to begin your family worship is to spend some of
the time reading the Bible aloud together, perhaps following the weekly schedule for the Life and
Ministry Meeting. A portion of the reading could be assigned to each family member, and then all
can discuss what was learned from the Scriptures.
It is a time to draw closer to family members. Husbands and wives, as well as parents and
children, strengthen their bonds with one another when they study the Bible as a family. It should be
a happy, peaceful time and a highlight of the week. Depending on the ages of their children, parents
can choose practical topics to discuss, perhaps using features from The Watchtower and Awake! or
from our website, jw.org. You could talk about a problem that your children encountered at school
and how to deal with it. Why not watch a program televised on JW Broadcasting (tv.jw.org) and
discuss it together afterward? You may enjoy practicing the songs that will be sung at the meetings
and having some refreshments after family worship.
This special time spent every week worshipping Jehovah together will help all in the family to find
delight in Gods Word, and he will richly bless your efforts.Psalm 1:1-3.

Reference:
http://wilmorefmc.org/worship/family-
worship/

Family Worship
What Is Family Worship?
Family worship is simply taking time as a family to worship God at home in a family setting. The
time may include song, prayer, study, Scripture reading/memory and words of encouragement and
support.
Why Is Family Worship a Good Idea?
God has given families the opportunity and responsibility to be the primary venues of worship and
education. We certainly wish to teach our children and families Scriptural truths, but we also must
model for them the act of worship.

Proverbs 22:6 Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.
Ephesians 6:4 Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and
instruction of the Lord.
Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. Love the Lord your God
with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These commandments that I
give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when
you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Tie
them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. Write them on the door frames of
your houses and on your gates.
As parents, modeling faith and raising Godly children should be our homes highest priorities.

What Are The Keys For Family Devotions?

Find a time that is best for the whole family, and then stick to that time. Some families have
worship following the evening meal or before bedtime.
Two elements that should be included are reading the Bible, a Bible story, or devotional and
praying together.
Be sure that the youngest member of the family can understand most of what is communicated.
Make the time relevant to children, remembering their level of understanding and attention span.
Have everyone take part, perhaps through answering questions and praying sentence
prayers. Remind children that prayer is talking to God like you would your best friend.
Pray for current needseven those smallest things that are of concern to those in the family. Be
sure to include prayers of thanksgiving.
Be flexible. Vary the format. Use music, songs, memorize scripture verses, act out stories,
watch a Christian video, etc. If possible, use a Bible storybook that includes the whole Bible, so
children, as well as adults, can learn what is in the whole Bible.
If you need materials or ideas, check the church library.
What Are The Benefits Of Family Worship?
 Brings the whole family together around Gods Word.
Teaches the Bible to children (and adults).
Builds a Biblical worldview.
Builds trust and open communication between parents and children.
Builds faith in God as prayers are answered.
Children learn how to worship as they observe their parents.
Helps children to understand the plan of salvation and the process of discipleship.
Parents may have the joy of leading their children to receive Christ.
As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord. Joshua 24:15