In His wisdom, God placed man, who was created first, as the head of the family. Even though societies attempt to normalize distortions of what defines a family, God’s plan is always the best.
To assure success in families, God gave both instructions and examples in Scripture. A good father wisely refers to these for guidance as he leads his family down the path ending in their salvation.
Here is a sample:
- Seek God’s guidance (Judges 13:8).
- Recommend to their children to walk with the Lord (1 Kings 2:1–9).
- Show compassion (Psalm 103:13).
- Show love and discipline (Proverbs 3:11–12).
- Forgive shortcomings (Ephesians 4:32).
- Share words of wisdom (Proverbs 4:1–10).
- Pray for their success (1 Chronicles 29:19).
- Leave an inheritance (Proverbs 13:22).
- Show integrity (Proverbs 20:7).
- Teach worthy walking (1 Thessalonians 2:11–12).
- Share God’s warnings (Ephesians 6:4).
- Teach proper behavior (Romans 12:9–21).
- Teach them to love Jesus and keep His commands (John 14:15).
- Teach the gospel plan of salvation (Mark 16:16; Romans 10:9; Acts 2:38).
- Encourage children to be faithful for a lifetime (Revelation 2:10).
