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Godly Homes in an Ungodly World

Godly Homes in an Ungodly World. Introduction. Why this Study?. The concept of home is being framed by societal standards and the media We have young people who need to hear this We all need to be reminded of our roles. Why this Study?.

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Godly Homes in an Ungodly World

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  1. Godly Homes in an Ungodly World Introduction

  2. Why this Study? • The concept of home is being framed by societal standards and the media • We have young people who need to hear this • We all need to be reminded of our roles

  3. Why this Study? • The Biblical concept of the home is under attack and being undermined. • Souls are at stake • The home is the foundation of society.

  4. In this study: • The need for godly homes • The act of marriage • Divorce and remarriage • Dating and choosing a mate • Family roles – husband, wife, father, mother, child

  5. In this study: • Building a strong marriage • Dealing with problems and adversity • Building a godly home • What about singles?

  6. The Home and Society • God created marriage (and the home) • Genesis 2:18-25 • Matt. 19:3-6 – from the beginning!Marriage is the beginning of the home unit

  7. The Home and Society • Marriage (home) - the first of three institutions God created – Government(Rom. 13:1-2)The church (Matt. 16:18, Eph. 1:22-23, 3:10, etc.)

  8. The Home and Society • Marriage (home) - the first of three institutions God created – Government(Rom. 13:1-2)The church (Matt. 16:18, Eph. 1:22-23, 3:10, etc.) • As the home goes, so goes the nation

  9. The Home and Society • One reason for the fall of the Roman empire, “…the rapid increase in divorce; the undermining of the dignity and sanctity of the home” Gibbons, The Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire

  10. The Home and Society • We live in a society where God’s word is not reverenced as before. Many attributes have contributed to the breakdown in the healthy home.

  11. The Home and Society • Statisticsare showing that marriages are not as happy as they used to be.Marriage is not held in as high esteem as in times past

  12. The Home and Society • Statistics: The state of our unions 2010

  13. The Home and Society • Statistics:Cohabitation • In 1970 - 523,000 couples • In 1990 – 2.856 Million couples • In 2009 – 6.661 Million couples • 60% of first marriages now preceded by living together

  14. The Home and Society • Statistics: The state of our unions 2010 • Notice how the rate of divorce is just under 50% of marriages

  15. The Home and Society • Statistics:The state of our unions 2010 Factors that DECREASE likelihood of divorce (from 50%) • Economic stability -30%Educational level -25%Family after marriage -24%Maturity (over 25 y/0) -24%Intact family history -14%Stable religious affiliation -14%

  16. The Home and Society • Statistics:So what?As Christians, we must take steps to ensure that we are pleasing to God. Furthermore we need to be examples in this world! Matt. 5:13-16, Phil. 2:14-15

  17. What is a Godly Home? • A home where God’s patter is realized and followed Psalm 127:1Prov. 12:7, 24:3-4Joshua 24:15

  18. What is a Godly Home? • A home where the Bible is studied and prayers are offered. The church is important! 2 Tim. 3:14-15, Deut. 6:6-91 Thess. 5:17, Heb. 10:24-25

  19. What is a Godly Home? • A home where godly roles are recognized and followed. Each member does his part and supports others as they do thiers Eph. 5:22-29, 6:4, Titus 2:4-5, Eph. 6:1-3, etc.

  20. What is a Godly Home? • A home where God is reverenced – purity is maintained in conduct.2 Tim. 1:5, Heb. 12:28

  21. Is God the focus of your home?

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