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1 Corinthians 11:1

Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ. As daunting as it seems, we parents should tell our children to follow our example – and then back up our words by the way we live. ~ Dr T. … Continue reading

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1 Corinthians 11:11

Remember that in God’s plan men and women need each other. When a husband says, “I have achieved so much,” he ought always to add, “because at home I have someone who has enabled me to.” ~ Dr T. Evans … Continue reading

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Proverbs 29:17

Discipline your children, and they will give you rest; they will give delight to your heart. Discipline isn’t pleasant for anyone, including the discipliner.  My father didn’t enjoy spanking me, and I certainly did not enjoy being on the receiving … Continue reading

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Ephesians 5:21

Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. Biblical submission in marriage reflects a willingness to use your talents, opportunities, and gifts to achieve the goals established jointly for the good of the marriage. ~ Dr T. Evans Iowa … Continue reading

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Proverbs 21:21

Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life and honor. A real man behaves in such a way that his family has no choice but to respect him.  He earns respect from his wife and children.  This is very different … Continue reading

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Genesis 2:18

Then the Lord God said, “it is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper as his partner.” Woman was created to come alongside man and assist him.  She was never meant to bear … Continue reading

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Job 8:21

He will yet fill your mouth with laughter and your lips with shouts of joy. If you are in a difficult relationship, don’t be discouraged. God wants your marriage to succeed.  He is ready to help you and your mate. … Continue reading

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Colossians 1:10

Walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God. An important element of Christian manhood is the ability to put divine truth into action at home and on … Continue reading

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Genesis 2:15

The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it. Women, when you consider a man for marriage, remember that before God gave Adam a wife, He gave … Continue reading

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Ephesians 5:31,32

“A man will… be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh.” Theis is a profound mystery – but I am talking about Christ and the church. God gave us marriage to demonstrate what it will be … Continue reading

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