Its a family thing

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Family is so important. Paul even gave specific instructions to Timothy and Titus in regard to a pastor’s family. I chose the scripture above because I believe it reveals something we often overlook in our western independent mindset. Serving God is a family thing. We often think of our calling on very individual terms, I’m called to this, you’re called to that. In the first-century culture of Israel, people thought along different lines. Trades and skills passed from one generation to the next from father to son. Whatever the husband and father did impacted the entire family.

Now, though that’s not the actual point I’m trying to make, it illustrates a principle that is helpful for you, Son, as you look toward having a family of your own. Over the years your mom and I have longed for a ministry that we can do together, and for the most part, we have made that happen as much as possible, However, there were still moments where we felt the stress of being pulled in different directions. We have seen far too many families be torn apart by the demands of people and ministry. From my perspective, I can honestly tell you that you don’t need to allow yourself to be put in a position where you have to choose. God intends for you to serve together as a family. As the jailer in Acts stepped into faith, he brought his family to God as well.

Whatever it means for you in terms of job and ministry, be together. Let it be a family thing!