Family Love: A Motivational Q&A for Fathers and Mothers

What is family love?

• A gift designed by God: Family love is part of God’s plan for us (1 John 4:19).
• Reflecting God’s own love: Love is sacrificial and unending (1 Corinthians 13:4-7).
• Characterized by Christ-like qualities: Love is patient and kind (1 Corinthians 13:4-7).
• The bond of unity: Devotion and honor build a united family (Romans 12:10).

How can we cultivate family love?

• Keep God at the center of family life: A triple-braided cord is not easily broken (Ecclesiastes 4:12).
• Practice love through forgiveness and grace: Love covers over a multitude of sins (1 Peter 4:8).
• Prioritize family time and have fun together: Teach and talk about God’s words at home (Deuteronomy 6:7).
• Live out Scripture in your home: Speak kindly, serve one another (Ephesians 4:32).

How should a father love his children, and how should children love their father?

• With compassion and care: As a father has compassion on his children (Psalm 103:13).
• Guidance in God’s ways: Bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord (Ephesians 6:4).
• Time and affirmative action: Love in deed and truth (1 John 3:18).
• Children’s love in return – honor and obedience: Honor your father and mother (Ephesians 6:2).
• A heart-to-heart bond: God turns hearts of fathers to their children (Malachi 4:6).

How should a wife be toward her husband?

• With love and respect: Love your husband (Titus 2:4), and respect him (Ephesians 5:33).
• Being a supportive partner: Bring him good, not harm (Proverbs 31:12).
• Cultivating a gentle and godly spirit: Win him over by behavior (1 Peter 3:1-2).
• Sharing affection and friendship: Enjoy life with your beloved wife (Ecclesiastes 9:9).

How should a husband love his wife?

• Sacrificial, Christ-like love: Love her as Christ loved the church (Ephesians 5:25).
• Cherish and protect her: Love as you love yourself (Ephesians 5:28-29).
• Gentleness and understanding: Do not be harsh (Colossians 3:19), treat with understanding (1 Peter 3:7).
• Devoted commitment: Love never fails (1 Corinthians 13:8).

What about taking a family trip or journey together?

• Building lifelong memories: Create shared stories (Ecclesiastes 3:13).
• Rest and spiritual refreshment: Come away and rest (Mark 6:31).
• Strengthening family faith and values: Talk about them when you sit and walk (Deuteronomy 6:7).
• Keep it simple and within your means: Better a little with love (Proverbs 15:17).

How can we change the family’s mood with small, inexpensive changes?

• Focus on the little things done in love: Better a small serving with love (Proverbs 15:17).
• Inject fun into ordinary days: Joyful hearts create a happy home (Proverbs 17:22).
• Start simple traditions: Give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:18).
• Embrace gratitude and a positive tone: Rejoice in the Lord always (Philippians 4:4).