By Wanda Ball
In today's society, we define families in many different ways. We have single parent families, same sex parent families and father-mother families. And all of these families are acceptable in this world. Some of us were primarily raised in a single parent home and even though mistakes or sin was committed, with God's help, we turned out fine. No family is perfect. Just as no one is perfect. We bring all of our issues, problems and concerns to the table and usually take it out on the people who are closest to us. Families weren't designed to hurt one another, but to love and comfort one another. For Genesis 13:8 says, "So Abram said to Lot, "Let's not have any quarreling between you and me, or between your herdsmen and mine, for we are brothers."
The man of the household is ultimately in charge and responsible for his family. His job is to provide for the family, by working and doing what's necessary to protect them. He should be a Christian first and vow to follow God and his commands. For 1 Timothy 5:8 says, "If anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for his immediate family, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever." They are also responsible to their children by teaching and training them about God. So that they can lead good and productive lives. Fathers should not discourage their children or talk down to them. (Colossians 3:21) Also Colossians 3:19 says, "Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them." Even though husbands and wives disagree and fight, this scripture tells us to love one another and not be cruel or hurtful, because love should never hurt.
The woman of the household should be the nurturer and caretaker of the family. Women were designed to be the man's helper and to have children. It's not uncommon for the woman to take over the household and be in charge in today's society. We have risen to the top of the ladder in our jobs and in some cases make more money than our spouses. I'm not saying that woman shouldn't be successful, but we have to remember that a Christian family consists of the man being in charge of the household as God commands.
The bible gives us clear definitions of what a Christian family should be. The family should make a commitment to God for their lifetime and maintain the roles that has been given and explained. Marriage was not created byman, but by God. And if we make sure to always put God
first in our households, than we
will have peace and harmony in our lives for years to come. "For me and my house we will serve the Lord."
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