When considering the roles for boys (and girls) in Scripture, we find several examples and lists that give us guidance. We may often find ourselves in Scripture like Ephesians 6:1-4 (ESV). Both boys and girls are to obey their parents "in the Lord, for this is right." Scripture also encourages us to "Honor your father and mother" and for good reason. Our parents (who are also … [Read more...] about The Example!
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Young Men: Respect Female Roles
As we mature in our lives, we look upon the opposite gender as friends, companions, and eventually mates. For the female gender, some would look at them as equals while others look at them as inferior to males. That extends to even Christion males who say there is a biblical basis for this. While there is biblical teaching on the ROLES of females within a family even the family … [Read more...] about Young Men: Respect Female Roles
God’s Charge to Christian Women (and Men!)
It’s said that a “woman’s work is never done”. That is true also for the Christian woman (and man)! We are to be Christians 24/7, 365 days a year. Every day Christians are charged to: 1. Glorify God, fulfilling what God wants you to do – “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven” (Matthew 5:16, … [Read more...] about God’s Charge to Christian Women (and Men!)
Judged
Have you ever been judged by your looks? You are not alone. How did it make you feel? Do you think you judge others by their looks before getting to know a new person? Do you find yourself wanting to be part of a certain group? We need to make sure we are getting to know a person before judging them especially just on their looks. We see in Kings when the Israelites … [Read more...] about Judged
The Foundation: Identity and Purpose for Teenage Boys
A core aspect of biblical teaching for teenage boys is the establishment of identity rooted in Christ, not in fleeting worldly standards. The Bible teaches that each person is uniquely created in God's image: “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female he created them” (Genesis 1:27, KJV). This is a truth that provides an inherent … [Read more...] about The Foundation: Identity and Purpose for Teenage Boys
