Dysfunctional Homes

                                                When The Door Slams

As  for man, his days are like grass, he flourishes like a flower of the field; the wind blows over it,  and it is gone, and its place remembers it no more. But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord's love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children's children with those who keep his covenant and remember to obey his precepts.
                                                                                                                    Psalm 103:15-18

Those who have grown up in dysfunctional homes consistently report that one of the hardest things to cope with was the unpredictable in their home. Fun and laughter might greet them when they  returned from school, or they might face an angry verbal or physical attack. Things might be OK, and then some word or action would set a parent off and result in physical abuse.

          There is a dramatic contrast between human nature and the nature of God. People are changeable. They are like grass: growing and healthy one moment, but soon withered and gone. They are like a beautiful flower which quickly fades as the drying wind passes over it.

Think about this: In contrast, God is a forever God. He is unchanging. This God who lives forever and is unchanging is also merciful. He will always be fair, understanding, and forgiving in His treatment of us. He will be our eternal friend.

          A child growing up in a dysfunctional home never knows if his or her parent will be merciful or mad. God is always merciful! Thank You, Lord, that there is one place I can go and be greeted consistently with love, understanding, and mercy.

Ask the Spirit to search your heart and reveal any areas of unconfessed sin.                      Acknowledge these to the Lord and thank Him for His forgiveness.   
                                                                                                             Never Rest Ministries