Lesson 161 - “The Powerful Influence of Fathers”

Gary Fraley continues his exhortation to the newly- or soon-to-be-married with a few words about children. Just as marriage is an institution of God, a full quiver is His reward. This basic perspective has the promise of much fruit both in the way we have and raise our children.

God's intent. God's design. God's great mystery. That is marriage! And that's why the world cannot understand it. Yet for the same reason, followers of Christ can trust the marriage covenant. Two become one and God's image is expressed in its fullness. Here is cause for rejoicing.

Sometimes all things don't seem to work together for good, even if we feel that we are loving God. Can we trust that He is always at work in and through our authorities, whether it be parents, grandparents or policemen?

Many pastors, fathers, and families are under attack. Often the natural response can be one of surprise: “If I'm doing God's will, why don't things go smoothly?” To help answer this question, Gary Fraley looks at Luke chapters 1 and 2.