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A Woman of God it makes me think of someone who is completely trusting in God for everything someone who follows the bible and goes souly by what it says. I have really been challenged a lot this year about that so I will take the time to go through what the bible says I am putting in three Categories. [u][b]A Christian Woman should be not that of a harlot.[/b][/u] Lets take a look at Probverbs 7 and see some of the Characteristics of the harlot. [b]Probverbs 7:10-12[/b] 10 And, behold, there met him a woman with the attire of an harlot, and subtle of heart. 11 ([u]She is loud and stubborn[/u]; her feet abide not in her house: 12 Now is she without, now in th…
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Wow. This week was tough, esp Fri-Sun. With my kids, that is. Seemed like it was full moon time or something. Wild, disobedient, and major, major problems with my oldest and irresponsibility and laziness. We've gotten to where rewards and punishments don't work (he keeps "forgetting") and having trouble figuring out what to do next. He's not a "bad kid" but just stubborn and absolutely no character, and it makes him into a "bad kid" when he's not doing what he's supposed to do. And then the more trouble he gets into, its almost like he gets discouraged and gives up, you know...feels like he's worthless or hated or something. But its hard to be all lovey when you f…
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I am a 20 young christian electrical engineer (studying at a Polytechnic University + working in Electrical Power Systems) from Europe, and I want to ask you for some godly advice concerning marriage, more exactly arranged marriages. First of all, before I say something about this, I want to ask if God has picked a spouse for everyone. The idea for me is that there is no specific Bible verse or passage that speaks of God picking specific persons for us to marry. There are four examples, Adam, Isaac, Hosea and Joseph, concerning God arranging marriages but all of these were special circumstances and I don't see how can we build a doctrine on special interventios of Go…
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I hope someone on here can help shed some light on this for me since I have heard so many different answers to this that I'm honestly very confused about this. No one in my family believes in Jesus Christ, does that mean I must cut ties with them? It doesn't really make sense that one of the ten commandments would be "Honour thy father and thy mother" and then God would then tell us to not associate with them anymore because they don't believe. I am 26 and had to move back in with my parents because I don't make enough to move out again yet. I don't engage with their sinful behavior, and talk to them about Christ all the time ( they are not interested ). After I first b…
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I was voicing with someone about Christians needs to be discerning about what they watch, do and say and get into, She was commenting about a movie she seen today and I said it wasn't family approved. Then she said that she don't go unto 100 percent Christian message boards, websites and ETC to get info to avoid a movie or tv show or book because one cuss word, nudity and etc. I told her that we avoid these movies because we are to be discerning, I am wondering have you been told your a 100 percent Christian and have you of this term before?
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In talking about websites this was said.
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I am a mom of 3 children(4, 3 and 18months). My oldest, well she is a brat. I know that sounds so mean. She has always been difficult and it is only getting worse as she gets older. My other 2 are mommy's kids and want to please me. She could care less and she wants to rule me. I stay at home with them and I just don't know how to let her know that I am the parent and yes I have even told her I am the parent you are the child. Every time I turn my back she is destroying something, trying to do something she isn't suppose to, getting her sister and brother in trouble, telling me off. and the list goes on. I have tried so many different discipline types for periods …
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Recently, I've been extremely confused about what the process of courtship is supposed to look like in my life. I was saved at the age of 10 but raised in a non-Christian household. When, I was 18, I left home because I wasn't allowed to attend church, read my Bible, etc. My parents (more specifically my dad) did not want me practicing Christianity under their roof and ultimately gave me the choice of renouncing my faith or moving out. Today, I have a relationship with my mom but my father is still refusing to speak to me and has vowed not to walk me down the aisle when I get married. I have been attending a small (50 people) independent Baptist church for a little while …
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Arming Yourself - Marriage/family Battle 1 2 3
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The battle for God's institution of marriage and family was pointed out in another thread. So, we should be arming ourselves with God's word and understanding what they mean. I hope others here will add to this thread discussion about the scriptures below and other scriptures which support the God ordained relationship between men-women-children-family. Add other scriptures and point out the relevance to support the Christian position. We all know marriage-family as created by God is the image of our relationship with Jesus Christ our Savior. What is the scripture below telling us... Genesis 1:26 And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let…
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I figured the title of this thread would get some attention. I hope it does. I am calling out all married men here on this post. Not attempting to be rude or mean. Just encouraging. Many a men have taken the leadership role of the home and bent it to their own sinful domination over their wives. We claim that just because we are head of our households, it means that we are to whip our wives into submission. Which is unbiblical and down right sin. I believe with my whole heart that as married men, we are to be the head, the leaders in our home. Which is biblical. Yet many times we forget that we are called to love our wives as Christ loved the Church and gave him…
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How much time do you spend entertaining your kids? I try to make mine find things to do on their own but they get so bored. Then they ask "Can I do this, can I do that"....art projects end up all over the entire kitchen, as do PlayDoh projects...so I don't allow them every day. Seems like they always want to do something that I have to get out or set up, they can't just go play their own legos or train set or something. I remember playing alone or with my sister alot as a kid...but then I was a girl who didn't mind playing Barbies for hours on end. Do any of you have issues with this? Should I be spending more time playing with and entertaining my kids? How much…
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I belong to a Christian dating site. I REALLY hate it but how else will you meet someone these days. At church I think everyone is married (with exception of a very few). Plus it's a small church. Anyway, as I look through the endless profiles of professing Christians I can't help but notice a great deal of hypocrisy. There are many who say they are Baptist (or other conservative denominations) and have that they drink and/or smoke. Some even pose with their shirt off. It bothers me when I read this nor am I impressed by such behavior. Not that I expect everyone to live as I do, but I do believe that this man should have higher standards then the average person. Am I…
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Firstborns 1 2 3
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Any of the rest of you have a difficult firstborn? Out of all our kids, our firstborn has always been a mess. Yeah the others have their own sets of problems but overall it always comes back to "What am I going to do with this child?!" it seems! I get so upset and frustrated and then feel bad.... its like sometimes he wishes he could do right and do what he is supposed to do but somehow he just can't make his body do it. Anyone?
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hello everyone my name is Natalia, am single and am looking for a Christian and God fearing man because am a child of God, i have tried some dating sites but i don't know if its proper to say their names because i didn't have a good experience there, i actually met someone but he is against my beliefs, he smokes and drink too much, i tried to change him but guess he couldn't give up those things for me, he choose them over me. feel free to contact me if you are interested age does not matter to me as far as am happy, here is my email:natalia.martinez97@yahoo.com and my skype: natalia.dovey also my facebook link https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009401891733. God…
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Any parents of children ages 12+? I welcome all advice or comments. There seems to be so much pressure to conform to the world's ways of talking, dressing, entertainment, attitude, etc. I have emphasized to my children that just because that girl or boy is even on the church roll, it doesn't mean they are right with God...saved or not. The Bible is our standard. Our pastor is a Bible-believing, -preaching, -living man of God. It's been a blessing to have reared our children in this environment. We have family altar, and also have tried to keep lines of communication open. Discipline, love, all that. No TV, very strict guidelines on videos, etc. Without getting in…
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I have a daughter who just turned 5. Tonight we went to a revival meeting. I told her that if I had to get on to her even once then she was in trouble. Do you think this is an unrealistic request for a preschooler?
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When I get married and have children they will be made to toe the mark. When they are told to be quiet they will instantly comply or they will be subjected to corporal punishment in the form of spanking or a whipping with a leather belt or with time out.
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I've heard a lot of people say that when they were growing up that their dad was the "wip cracker" and mom was a little more relaxed. Now I hear and see things the other way. Interesting how as our culture slips farther and farther from God, the less and less the men want to do their job, not only as fathers, but as Christian men in general. But I have also noticed the same with women as well. I just mentioned the men first because if men would do our job and lead the family, for the most part the women in our lives would follow. (I'm already headed off-topic in my own thread - - this could get interesting) So, who is the disciplinarian in your house? Who stic…
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Please help. My daughter who is 7 years old, almost 8, is attending our church Christian school. She has been in this school only since this school year. I am having a terrible time with her lying and stealing from her pupils and teachers. She mainly steals pens. I don't know what to do. She says the "devil made her do it" and I think that is just an excuse because she is being taught about the devil and the sins of the flesh. I have talked to our Pastor about it, but he thinks she is just trying to impress but I don't agree. Does anyone have any suggestions. My husband and I are at witts end with this one.
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Abortion supporters, what a huge group of nonbelievers marching. I was wondering we’re all these people off from work. I was amazed, to see so many men marching for Pro-Choice. My question, for how long will God bless America, the once God fearing Country. For now, it’s still the best place to live and to raise your family. If your home has an air conditioning, food on the table to eat, praise God. Most of the world don’t have this today.
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I'm sorry to create a separate thread for this but this situation is different, therefore I need some advice from godly women. If you're interested, please read further: I'm in love with a secular guy to the point of disperation, I cannot concentrate on prayer, Bible reading, doing my work, basically most daily activities because I'm constantly thinking about us being together, what it would be like to have him as my man. Therefore I chatted with him a couple of times and found out that he drinks and smokes weed. Still, he's very skillful in computer aspects, a professional computer genius. I'm completely overwhelmed by these vain imaginations of us together as buddie…
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Amen Kirk. 1 2
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"Wives are to honor and respect and follow their husband's lead, not to tell their husband how he ought to be a better husband," he says. "When each person gets their part right, regardless of how their spouse is treating them, there is hope for real change in their marriage." http://www.msn.com/en-us/tv/celebrity/kirk-cameron-says-wives-should-honor-husbands-not-tell-them-how-to-be-better/ar-BBsqSil?li=BBnb7Kz&ocid=DELLDHP
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This article is brought to you in part by Kita's Cookies, of which I consumed many while writing this. Thanks Kitagrl!!! ----- I am a flag waver. I blink back the tears at the sounding of the national anthem, my heart swells with pride when hearing the stories of my country's history. I believe America is a nation blessed by God and has been used by God to do more for the cause of Christ than any other nation. She's come a long way, baby. According to Revelation 13, there will come a day in the future when the world will submit to one man who is indwelt by Satan himself. The world will operate on one currency, one socialist-communist political system with …
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