Responsibility for Spiritual Training

The Bible tells the man that "if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel" (1 Timothy 5:8) . He is not only to provide for his family, but he is to bear his responsibility as the head of the house and the guardian of his children, teaching them the Word of God.

God's love in the heart of the members of a family makes for respect one toward the other and a reverence for the things of God. God honors the husband and wife who set up a family altar and daily read the Bible together, seeking the Lord's guidance as they pray together. In time of trouble and sickness they have confidence that the Lord will take care of them. And He does!

This is a motto which would be good for every home: "Christ is the Head of this house, the unseen Guest at every meal, the silent Listener to every conversation."