IF THE DEVIL CAN UNDERMINE THE FAMILY HE CAN UNDERMINE THE NATION

 

Monday, May 10, 2021 Running on Empty? LISTEN   “All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right.” —2 Timothy 3:16 If the Devil can undermine the family, he can undermine the nation.  I could point to almost every societal problem today, from addiction to abortion to incarceration, and in almost every case, I could trace it directly to the breakdown of the family. We need to understand that our culture isn’t supportive of marriage.  In fact, the culture we’re in today is, in many ways, hostile toward it.  The family is under attack, and for good reason: the family is the foundation of our country. That’s why it’s so important for families to draw the line and say, “No matter what this culture does, we’re going to do what God tells us to do.” Yet sadly, I think many Christian marriages today are running on empty.  Couples aren’t taking advantage of all the resources and power God makes available to them for a blessed, happy, successful, and lasting marriage. Sometimes we think that marriage has a life all its own.  We see a couple and think, “Oh, they have a marriage made in Heaven, don’t they? Look at them.” However, a successful marriage doesn’t happen by accident.  Rather, it’s because two people have put a lot of effort into it and are applying biblical principles. You determine whether your marriage is strong or weak. You determine whether your marriage is successful or failing. If you want your marriage to stand the test of time, then you need to do what God says.  That’s because a strong and happy marriage is a result of obedience to God and His Word. I believe that every Christian couple can have a blessed marriage.  God has told us how to do this.  It’s all there in the Bible for us to apply. If you stop waiting for your emotions and start doing what God tells you to do, you will see a difference in your marriage. Share this today:     The Women of the Bible Speak Receive a copy for your gift of support today » Our May book offer, The Women of the Bible Speak, by Shannon Bream compares and contrasts eight pairs of women whose stories are recorded in Scripture, teaching us valuable lessons that we can apply in our own lives. Receive a copy with your donation. Copyright © 2021 by Harvest Ministries. All rights reserved. Harvest Ministries exists with your support to Know God and Make Him Known. If you would like, you can update your preferences. This email may be considered an advertising or promotional email. Harvest Ministries with Greg Laurie P.O. Box 4000, Riverside, CA 92514-4000 Phone: 1-800-821-3300