THE CHRISTIAN FAMILY

The core of a stable society is the family and the marriage relationship is the basis of the family. Although men and women's roles are clearly defined in the Bible, both have equal spiritual potential before God. The husband, wife and children form the family that is the primary physical analogy of God's plan for mankind. Therefore, marriage, child rearing and the family are given a preeminent place in the teachings of the Bible and the church.

Exodus 20:12; Malachi 4:5-6, Ephesians 5:22-29; 6:1-3; 1 Peter 3:7