Blessing Down

Life on the West Side

In the book of Genesis, there are few things more powerful than the spoken blessing handed down from fathers to their sons. Offering a blessing became integral to life in Israel, and it continues to play an important role in equipping the next generation. Through giving our blessing, we confirm our commitment to raise our children in Christ, and clarify their own relationship to the Lord.

The sermon today is titled "Blessing Down." Originally preached as a Baby Blessing sermon at West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on May 18, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under GROW: Families & Relationships.
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Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):

• Trent & Smalley, The Blessing.

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Chapters

1. Intro Highlight: Receiving A Blessing (00:00:00)

2. Why We Bless Children (00:01:01)

3. The Power of Blessing (00:08:50)

4. Children Are God-Intended (00:12:09)

5. Children Are Jesus-Loved (00:18:28)

6. Children Are To Be Spirit-Raised (00:21:59)

7. Conclusion: This Is Why We Bless Them (00:24:50)