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How do the sins of my forefathers affect my life?
Understanding Your Spiritual Heritage recognizing the iniquities of your forefathers Looking back to our parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents, we can often trace our physical features, strengths, and weaknesses through the family line. In the same way, we can observe character traits a ...How can the beatitudes help us resolve anger?
Eight Attitudes for Anger Resolution learning to live out the beatitudes In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus discussed the meaning of key points in God’s Law. He began with the topic of anger: Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shall not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall ...How can I motivate my children to learn?
Motivating Children to Learn life experience from a mother of eight In teaching our eight children, I struggle when it comes to “forcing” children to do what they do not want to do. However, I know there are certain things my children need to know, and I am adamant about teaching them those thi ...Can accountability help me resist temptation?
Combating Temptation With Accountability how a father and sons banded together against the lure of sin There was a time when I gave in to temptations often. I couldn’t find a way to resist them. This pattern continued for a few years, until my dad suggested that each son in our family become an ...What will strengthen my relationship with my siblings?
Advice on Sibling Relationships tips on sibling harmony Although family relationships are some of the most valuable ties we have, most children and youth struggle to get along with their brothers and sisters. Irritations, competition, quarrelling, and other typical challenges can quickly turn a ...How can I learn to get along with my siblings?
How to Develop Sibling Harmony relational tips for brothers and sisters Can brothers and sisters learn to get along? Can they become best friends? The answer to these questions is, yes! Despite the challenges of maintaining healthy relationships, many families are finding that sibling harmony i ...How can fathers build the foundations of Godly generations?
A Father’s Impact on Future Generations building the foundations of Godly generations Fathers play an essential role in teaching their children how to respond to life. A Godly man will seek to build a firm foundation for his children’s lives and faith. His investment of time, instruction, love, ...How can I pray for my children?
Praying for Your Children interceding on behalf of your sons and daughters As a parent, one of the most significant and influential roles you play is that of being a faithful prayer warrior on behalf of your child. Because of the closeness of your relationship, you can know your child as no one ...Is all wrath wrong?
Why All Our Wrath Is Wrong the dangers of unresolved anger Anger is a signal that something is wrong. It is an emotional reaction to a real or supposed offense. The first sense of anger is a valuable alarm system, and we must learn to properly respond to it so that we do not fall into the sins ...What are characteristics of an angry person?
Characteristics of an Angry Person evidences of an angry spirit A person who has a spirit of anger usually demonstrates one or more of the following characteristics. 1. Justification of a “little bit” of anger One of the chief factors contributing to a spirit of anger is the idea that a little ...What is the root cause of a spirit of anger?
The Root Causes of Anger recognizing and resolving hurts and guilt Anger is a universal problem. It is not limited to one age group, culture, race, economic level, social status, educational background, or any other classification. Unresolved anger is one of the chief contributing factors to th ...What are visible signs of an angry spirit?
Evidences of Anger signals of an inner struggle with wrath Anger is hard to hide. A person who struggles with unresolved anger and wrath will demonstrate a variety of behaviors that indicate his inner battle. Even though an angry person might deny having a “problem” with anger, those closest to ...Is hospitality a calling for every Christian?
Hospitality the value of opening your home to others Have you ever caught yourself saying, “Your family really has the gift of hospitality”? I used to see hospitality as a gift or calling that others had, but that I did not. For years I saw my home as my castle—a place for seclusion and relaxat ...How can a father make Scripture a priority in his home?
Making Scripture a Priority tips for family wisdom searches A father who makes the Word of God a true priority in his life and his family establishes a foundation for success in his home. God instructed the Israelites’ leader Joshua, “This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but ...How can a husband help preserve his marriage?
How a Husband’s Actions Can Preserve His Marriage key areas of loving leadership God gives the husband the role of authority and responsibility in the marriage covenant. He is to faithfully, lovingly lead his wife in a responsible manner, not to dominate her, but to care for and protect her. Sc ...How can a wife help preserve her marriage?
How a Wife’s Attitudes Can Preserve Her Marriage seven key areas of respect and submission Many couples can trace the conflicts in their marriage to negative attitudes that slowly decayed their relationship. One woman described her experience in this way: When I was first married, I felt that ...How can I help my husband take on spiritual leadership?
Help Your Husband Be a Spiritual Leader following, respecting, and encouraging your husband’s leadership In Scripture we find a model for the complementary roles of a husband and wife. The man provides servant leadership and the woman responds with reverent submission and assistance: Wives, su ...What can I learn from the spiritual gifts of others?
Learn to Appreciate Other Spiritual Gifts many members, many needs, many gifts The Christians around you have spiritual gifts that can complement your gifts in the home, church, workplace, and community. The God-given abilities and insights that accompany each gift will enrich your lives and he ...How can I develop the full potential of my home?
Making Your Home a Ministry Center for your family and for others One of the most traditionally valued environments is the home. Men go to war to fight for hearth and home, but sadly, many nations perish when the vision of the home is lost. Today, many homes have become centers for sleeping, en ...How can I maximize my home’s potential to be a hospitality center?
Home: A Hospitality Center welcoming family, friends, and neighbors In Scripture, we are challenged to be “given to hospitality” (Romans 12:13). This focus begins with an attitude of welcome and generosity in the heart, which affects how we interact with people in every setting, including when ...