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God’s Prescription for the Family

When God is at the center of the family, He will grow the family…

Dr. Michael Youssef was born in Egypt and lived in Lebanon and Australia before coming to the United States and fulfilling a childhood dream of becoming an American citizen.  He is a well-known author, preacher and pastor.  In his most recent book Hope for this Present Crisis, he provides a seven-step path to restoring a “world gone mad”.  Revitalizing the Family is step 3 of his recipe for reclaiming our nation.  His words… “a godly family that refuses to compromise God’s truth is a powerful witness to the world and a potent force for transforming society”.  Taken from the Truths and Promises of Scripture he declares:

  • When God is at the center of the family, He will bless the family…
  • When God is at the center of the family, He will guide the family…
  • When God is at the center of the family, He will protect the family…

He continues using the Bible to point parents to the Perfect Parent, God, as an example to follow.  He demonstrates based on God’s character and nature toward us that:

  • A godly parent is always available, protective, and involved in the child’s life. (Genesis 28:15)
  • A godly parent is always rooting for the child and giving leadership to the child so that he or she can live victoriously. (Deuteronomy 20:4)
  • A godly parent enjoys being with the child and takes delight in the child.  A godly parent lifts up the child and never tears down the child. (Psalm 149:4)
  • A godly parent forgives and forgets, does not bring up past sins against the child but forgives as if it never happened. (Jeremiah 31:34)
  • Godly parents are good listeners. (Psalm 34:15)
  • Godly parents lavish love on their children. They are quick to tell their children, “I am so proud of you!  I love you so much”. (I John 3:1)

There is no greater wisdom to add to these instructions to the family unit led by god-fearing parents.

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