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Rock Point Church · all sermons
Pastor Bill Bush · May 26, 2019
Drawing on Hebrews 12, this sermon argues that the most loving thing a parent can do is lead before they cheerlead. Just as God disciplines His children out of love — setting boundaries, correcting wrong paths, and coaching toward maturity — so parents must fulfill three roles: groundskeeper (marking clear boundary lines), referee (calling out fouls and enforcing correction strategically, not spontaneously), and coach (turning every disciplinary moment into a teachable one). Cheerleading without leading produces either rebellion or chaos, while purposeful, courageous leadership produces children who are truly free.