Leading Our Families To Obey God's Word

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Reading: Nehemiah 8:13-18

Reflection: What struck me as I read this passage was the phrase, "...the heads of the families...gathered...to give attention to the words of the Law." It seems to me that this indicates a specific role for those men who would seek to be leaders of their families. It is incumbant upon the head of the household to make it a habit of listening to...of giving attention to...the Word of God. In addition, it is significant to see the attitude with which these heads of the household gathered. Once they heard and understood what was required of them, these men immediately took action and did exactly what they were asked to do. I can't help but wonder what would happen in the average Christian family if this were the pattern of male leadership within the home. What would happen if every morning began with the household leader giving attention to understanding the Word of the Lord? What would happen if they immediately made adjustments to their families in order to ensure they were doing exactly what the word required? As men, we need to take these words seriously and commit ourselves to helping our families understand and obey God's Word.