How do I lead my family spiritually?
I want to be the spiritual head of my household but honestly I'm not sure where to start. We go to church on Sundays but I feel like I should be doing more - family devotions, pray
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Christian faith for fathers. Leading by example, prayer life, raising godly kids, walking the walk at home.
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I want to be the spiritual head of my household but honestly I'm not sure where to start. We go to church on Sundays but I feel like I should be doing more - family devotions, pray
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