Part of a series on the "Home and Family." Presented in February 2010, this sermon discusses God's design for the home from Psalm 127.

1. February 2010 Improving Marriages Improving Families

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3. Home Building with the Lord “Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain.” “It is in vain that you rise up early and go late to rest, eating the bread of anxious toil; for he gives to his beloved sleep.” (Psalms 127:1-2; ESV)

4. Home Building with the Lord “Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD, the fruit of the womb a reward.” “Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one's youth. “ “Blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! He shall not be put to shame when he speaks with his enemies in the gate.” (Psalms 127:3-5; ESV)

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6. Home Building with the Lord “Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain.” “It is in vain that you rise up early and go late to rest, eating the bread of anxious toil; for he gives to his beloved sleep.” (Psalms 127:1-2; ESV)

8. There is no middle ground, either the Lord builds or it is vain (verse 1, 2).

10. The Lord will take care of those committed to Him (Matthew 6:25-34).

12. The Lord will guard the city (Psalms 121).

15. Joy and protection are the results of fruitfulness in bearing children.

16. Jesus speaks of the joy of bearing children (John 16:21).