THE FAMILY ALTAR (2)
You are welcome to this week’s teaching. Last
week, I introduced you to the foundation of the
family and how you can live right as a member
of God’s family.
This week, I shall be examining the Structure of
the Family . Hebrews 3:4 says : For every house
is builded by some man; but he that built all
things is God.
The word “house” in the above passage is not
referring to a physical structure, but to a family
structure; that is, the individuals who make up
the home. It is the responsibility of every
Christian to build his/her house. You build by
organizing and administering the individuals
under your roof.
1 Timothy 3:12 says: Let the deacons be the
husbands of one wife, ruling their children
and their own houses well.
Family structure requires effective
administration. Where this is lacking, individuals
who eventually destroy the society are
produced. The essence of the family, therefore,
is to create an environment for effective
administration and preparation of individuals for
life, so as to grow and properly pursue the plan
of God for their lives.
God speaking about Abraham said: For I know
him, that he will command his children and
his household after him, and they shall keep
the way of the Lord, to do justice and
judgment; that the Lord may bring upon
Abraham that which he hath spoken of him
(Genesis 18:19).
Abraham had a grasp of God’s purpose for the
family and by that understanding he was able to
order his household aright. The result is that
God was pleased with him; and He ensured that
Abraham and his household were successful in
all their endeavours. Till today, Christians all
over the world, still identify with Abraham.
The first thing we must understand about God’s
purpose for the family is: The family is where we
learn to glorify God and live for him. The Bible
tells us what God’s purpose is when it says: And
did not he make one? Yet had he the residue
of the spirit. And wherefore one? That he
might seek a godly seed. Therefore take heed
to your spirit, and let none deal treacherously
against the wife of his youth (Malachi 2:15).
The purpose of God for you as well as our
family is to glorify God. This is not something
that just happens; there must be deliberate
effort. It does not happen because you come to
church, send your kids to Sunday school and
youth group. It happens because in your home,
you show your love for God. You talk about
Him. You tell your children how He has been
faithful to you and helped you through life. You
see Him everywhere and talk about the beauty
and ingenuity of the world He has created. You
model before them the life He has called you to
live and have passion for the things of God.
Also, each family must be founded and built on
the principle and master plan of God, the
Originator.
For you to enjoy the family structure of the
Almighty God and for successful parenthood,
you need the grace of God. However, the grace
of God is the privilege of those that are born
again. Are you born again? Are you a child of
God? Are you ready to confess your sins and
accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and personal
Saviour? If you are ready, please say this prayer
with me: “Dear Lord Jesus Christ, I come to
You today. I am a sinner. Forgive me my sins
and cleanse me with Your Blood. Deliver me
from sin and satan to serve the living God. I
accept You as my Lord and Saviour. Make me
a child of God today. Thank You for accepting
me into Your Kingdom.”
If you prayed this simple prayer,
congratulations, you are now born again! You
are now a child of God. He loves you and will
never leave you. Read your Bible daily, obey
God’s Word and seek Christian fellowship
(John 14:21).
With this, you are guaranteed all-round rest and
peace in Jesus’ Name! Call or write, and share
your testimonies with me through contact@
faithoyedepo.org ; or 07026385437 and
08141320204.

Thank you mummy.

Praise God!

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