Father’s influence in the covenant home (2)
Den Hartog's article examines the biblical role and responsibilities of fathers in the covenant home, drawing on Ephesians 6:4 and Proverbs to show how godly fathers serve as instruments of God's grace in raising covenant children. The article emphasizes practical ways fathers demonstrate care through personal attention, meaningful conversation, and faithful biblical instruction, arguing that such diligent labor produces spiritual joy and growth in the family.
Previous article in this series: September 1, 2019, p. 467. In our last article we considered the admonition of Ephesians 6:4, "And ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord." A father through his own sin and wickedness can do great damage to his children. On the other hand, a God-fearing father who truly loves his children and loves the God of His covenant children is in a position to do great good for his children by the grace...
Full article available on sb.rfpa.org
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