Dealing with Division

“And knowing their thoughts Jesus said to them, ‘Any kingdom divided against itself is laid waste; and any city or house divided against itself will not stand.’” Matthew 12:25

One of the most quoted portions of Scripture is that which President Abraham Lincoln used in his great speech of reconciliation. He quoted from Matthew 12:25, “Every...house divided against itself shall not stand” (KJV). His reference was to the “house” of the United States of America.

We have likened the role of a father to that of the door of the house. Through him, things are allowed either to enter or are kept outside. His role is to protect the family from error, ungodly influences, and uninvited guests.

But now consider this question: Is there division in your home? Division over ethics, morals, goals, relationships, responsibilities, rights, wrongs? Does everyone have the same hunger to know God, to please Him, to humbly follow His will?

Dad, are you a leader in making these choices? If disharmony reigns in your home, it doesn’t mean you are hopeless or a worse family than the one that looks so good on the outside. It means much the opposite. You may be going through trials which will strengthen your family, causing you to stand when the storms of life do hit with all of their force.

What are you doing today to protect your family from division?

Thought for the Day: “...any...house divided against itself will not stand.” Matthew 12:25