Scripture Reading 1 Samuel 1:9-18

"A woman's family is held together by her wisdom,
but it can be destroyed by her foolishness." 
Proverbs 14:1  CEV

I. BEWARE OF THE SPIRIT WHICH
DESTROYS A FAMILY

     A. The spirit of rebellion as seen in the life of
          Jezebel.

     B. The spirit of bitterness as seen in the life of

          Herodias (Matt.14:8)

II. BEHOLD THE ACTIONS THAT HOLD THE
FAMILY TOGETHER.

     A. Eve shows a dependency upon God.
         (Genesis4:1)

     B. Hannah shows a commitment to prayer.
         (I Samuel 1:19,20)

     C. Eunice shows a sincere faith.
         (2 Timothy 1:5-7)

     D. The Canaanite mothers shows determination. 
         (Matthew 15:21-28)