In examining the Who of child training, we’ve seen that the parent has a primary responsibility for training the child to make decisions. This requires that the child perform his responsibility to be obedient to his parents. We’ve already … [Read more...]
Marriage is the holy mystery of two becoming one, of beginning life together, and of making a total commitment to each other. Marriage is ordained by God and illustrates His Relationship with His People. These devotions use many different passages of Scriptures that apply to the Godly marriage and home.
The Training of a Child: Who
As we began to examine the training of a child, we noted that children are a gift from God and that the parent is given the responsibility to be a good steward of this gift. A parent must view their children as being "on loan" from the … [Read more...]
The Training of a Child: Introduction
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it” (Proverbs 22:6) In a devotional style of writing, this author has examined the key figures in a home, identifying their respective roles and their … [Read more...]
The Making of a Man: Conclusion
1 Timothy 3:2-6 It is true that these verses in 1 Timothy 3:2-6, specifically apply to the qualifications of a bishop or pastor. However, these qualifications are equally applicable to the characteristics of a Godly man. As a man, an individual … [Read more...]
The Making of a Man: Responsibilities
Ephesians 5:25-29 We’ve examined various aspects of a man’s make-up, noting his Requirements, Roles, and Rights as they pertain to his position in the home. We’ve seen that God has ordained the man to execute the office as the head of … [Read more...]
The Making of a Man: Rights
Psalms 8:4-8 Many have called man God’s “crowning achievement.” This phrase tends to lessen the view of God’s omnipotence. It indicates that the creation of man is the best God can do. However, a much better display of God’s power is seen at the … [Read more...]
