5 Ways John MacArthur’s Teachings Have Strengthened Christian Families for Generations

Grace to You, John MacArthur's most notable ministry, offers much support for families. Their blog contains biblical teachings supporting biblical family values. His words are full of wisdom, and each concept he offers us to digest is thoroughly backed by Scripture.

John MacArthur writes, "One of the reasons we extended the creation series over several months was due to the intensity of opposition to the biblical view of origins, not just by the world, but by members of the professing church. The Bible's teaching on the family, closely related to the doctrine of creation, has likewise been attacked and subverted from the very beginning, since Genesis 3."

His passion for the family is evident! He saw that our culture is becoming more aggressively anti-family. There is so much need for sound teachings that point us back to what God's word teaches and how to share this truth with the next generation, even when it's not a popular opinion. Part of his mission was to offer material that shows God's design for our families.

John MacArthur recorded countless teachings that the world can easily access via the Internet! If you browse this amazing online collection, you can find teachings on numerous topics. Families can go to this beautiful place to boost their understanding of God's word, and it just takes a few clicks to welcome this truth into your home.

In his sermon, Divine Wisdom for the Family, he offers insight beyond trends and points us to God's holy truth.

MacArthur preaches, "Number one, fear your God, fear your God. Chapter 1, verse 7, 'The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.' Proverbs 9:10, 'The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy is understanding.' Everything starts when you fear God. And if you go through Proverbs, this is what you find. Those who fear God are promised prolonged life, blessing upon blessing, far beyond wealth. They are promised an abundant richness in life and that they will never be turned over completely to evil."

He tells us parents, "We must teach our kids the fear of the Lord if we want to show them the way to an abundant life." His teachings are filled with Scripture and don't shy away from the ancient truth in God's Word. These teachings are a timeless treasure that families can easily access and learn from.

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John MacArthur has created a vast library of books that families can use as a resource as they seek to guide their families on their faith journey. There are so many titles that both address how our faith impacts family and marriage, but all of his work can help strengthen the family unit.

One title from his collection is The Fulfilled Family: God's Design for Your Home. This book begins by reminding us that Christ is the head of a healthy home. While others without Christ may appear to be living well, we see a void in spiritual development when we investigate more. We were all made to worship; without God in our homes, we are left searching.

Some other great titles that support families include What the Bible Says About Parenting. He shares his wisdom as a father of four, grandfather of nine, and pastor to thousands. This practical advice for biblical parenting is so helpful in a day and age where there is endless conflicting information on what we should be doing as parents.

Divine Design: God's Complementary Roles for Men and Women (Discussion Guide Included) helps us understand what the Bible says about marriage and how men and women can complement each other. Marriage is holy work and we need God's help to make our unions last a lifetime.

Brave Dad: Raising Your Kids to Love and Follow God encourages men to be strong spiritual leaders in their homes. The Silent Shepherd: The Care, Comfort, and Correction of the Holy Spirit (John Macarthur Study) is another excellent resource for families. It illustrates how we as parents can learn to follow the Holy Spirit. When we trust his guidance, we cannot fail.

John MacArthur is prolific in his devotional writing! Many of these are available in paper book form, but many amazing devotions are also available online. You can read excerpts from his devotionals on the Grace to You website and elsewhere.

John encourages in his devotional Strength for Today, "Do you find yourself longing for Christ to return and 'transform the body of [your] humble state into conformity with the body of His glory' (Phil. 3:21)? If so, take heart. That's another evidence that your salvation is genuine."

These daily reminders that our lives are bigger than our endless to-do lists are vital to keeping us Heaven-focused in our families. His writings are so complete of the Word of God that you can't get through one passage without feeling inspired and challenged. These scripture-grounded devotionals are vital to growing deep faith roots in our homes.

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One of the most impressive parts of MacArthur's legacy is that he is prolific! Through his ministry, he has created many robust ways to learn and grow in the faith, which is a fantastic way to strengthen Christian families.

He has sermons, books, blogs, and podcasts, as well as a thriving church campus. Grace Community Church offers numerous training programs, some focusing on marriage, faith, evangelism, and more. It also offers conferences, mission opportunities, children's ministry, and more.

John MacArthur is also the chancellor of The Master's University, a Christian University that seeks to equip the next generation to make an impact in the world. His dedication to sharing God's Word and providing the training and support others need to thrive is truly remarkable. The body of his life's work will be a treasure that families can draw on for generations to come.