Acts 16:30, 31; Ephesians 5:21-33;6:1-4
A successful marital home does not come by accident. It takes a lot of efforts and sacrifice.
First, genuine conversion/repentance. The very first step to take in order to enjoy a successful marital home is genuine repentance which has to do with change of mind and life (John 3:7; Matthew 6:33; Acts 16:30, 31; 2 Corinthians 5: 17). Next, all those who desire a stable, happy, successful home should endeavor to marry according to God`s will and leading. Beauty, handsomeness, certificate, position and popularity should not be our main reason for accepting or rejecting a life-partner (Romans 8:14).
Thirdly, the fear of God should characterize the lives of those who wants to enjoy successful marital homes (Ephesians 5:21; Psalm 128: 1-6). This makes room for proper conduct and interaction among family members no fighting, no cold war, no acts of wickedness, no starving of family members, no extramarital affairs. There should also be strict adherence to the scripture and godly principles Ephesians 5:22-25. All members must endeavor to fulfil their God-given responsibilities in the family.
Another important secret of enjoying successful marital home is Christ-like love. This kind of love is above the ordinary. It is strong, active, practical and unconditional. It also involves sacrifice, self-denial, readiness to overlook and forgive the shortcomings of others. Dynamic family altar is also necessary. There should be regular exciting family worship coupled with scripture reading and prayer (Joshua 1:8). Practical involvement in child training by both parents is also encouraged (Proverbs 22:6; Ephesians 6:4).
Finally, scriptural partnership is also indispensable to successful marital homes. There should be leaving and cleaving, fellowship, companionship, togetherness, sharing, personal appreciation and praise for one another, etc.
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