A Man And His Family
Men, women, and children are encouraged to express
their individualism without restraint. Educators and physicians have pumped
this philosophy into us constantly for the past two decades. As a result, the
family has almost become insignificant. But for believers this cannot be.
It is the responsibility of every believing man to govern his family.
He must do so in love, not by force. The husband is still to be the head of the
house. But, if he would have his wife and children respect him as such, he must
earn it. It is the husbands responsibility to provide
for the family and to govern the family. Man, do you want to be the head of
your family? You must live before your wife and children in subjection to
Christ your head, in patience, love, sincerity, and truth. It is not enough
just to be boss, you must be a leader.
As you love your wife and children, you must lead them in gentle
firmness. Lead them in worship and prayer. Lead them by example. Lead them for
Christ's sake.
Don Fortner