This article discusses how a pastor can aim for a balance in shepherding his family and his flock, with special consideration to family life. It calls the pastor to be a joy to live with, to invest his time instead of spending it, and including his family in ministry tasks.
This article considers the importance of pastors shepherding not only the flock but also their family. It advises on how to make the Word of God central in family life.
Metaphors referring to family life played an important role in the formation of the New Testament and the early church. This article explores one aspect of the use of family metaphors, namely, the image of a father, used metaphorically by the apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 4:14–21 to assert his apostolic authority in the church in Corinth.
The standard for the Christian life is God's Word. This article reflects on what Christian standards should be when it comes to sexual conduct, family life, and singleness.
