How to Make a Difference When You Get Home

The Temple was the Lord's house. You would think the house of God would have always been impeccably clean, right? Wrong! Like King Josiah, we, too, may be surprised at the ease and rapidity with which the influences of the world infiltrate our homes, our lives, and our thinking.

Self-government is the measure of a man. Irritations and mistakes are sure to arise in every home but whether they are allowed to threaten our closest relationships is a choice that is ours.

II Timothy 2 was Paul's advice to a young pastor. The encouragement it contains however can apply directly to parenting. Like Timothy, parents are forced to handle a variety of situations. How can they use gentleness when they feel un-gentle?

Finances, Future, Family. In these three areas we all find practical tests of our faith. In the face of hardship when our commitments are tested, we may ask if God knows and cares. Will He show Himself strong for someone like me?