Todd Coconato Radio Show I Barbie: The Culture War On Children & YOU!

There is a culture war that is going on. It's actually a spiritual war. I know it. How deep does it go? How deep are the tentacles into our society? Are there are there elements that we don't even realize as Christians, as astute Christians? Are there are there things like Barbie dolls that could actually be influencing our kids in a way that we didn't even realize?
You know, Disney, all these different brands that we're so used to? Well, I say yes. And today I want to get into this because I've been studying, thanks to Jonathan Kohn, who did a video on this the other day, The Origins of Barbie. And what I found was actually quite shocking.

The concept of a nuclear family in the Bible typically refers to a family unit consisting of parents and their children. The Bible has several references to the family structure and relationships that provide insight into how families are seen in the context of Biblical teachings. Below are ten scriptures with examples and brief commentaries:

1. Genesis 2:24 - "Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh."
- Example: The formation of a new family with Adam and Eve.
- Commentary: This scripture emphasizes the importance of the marital bond. When a man and a woman marry, they become one unit, separate from their parents.

2. Psalm 127:3 - "Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward."
- Example: The birth of Isaac to Sarah and Abraham.
- Commentary: Children are seen as blessings from God, adding to the nuclear family and continuing the family line.

3. Ephesians 6:1-4 - "Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right."
- Example: Joseph respecting his father Jacob.
- Commentary: This scripture highlights the importance of children respecting and obeying their parents.

4. Proverbs 22:6 - "Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it."
- Example: Timothy's upbringing by his mother Eunice and grandmother Lois.
- Commentary: This verse emphasizes the role of parents in teaching and guiding their children in the right path.

5. Colossians 3:18-21 - Instructions for wives, husbands, children, and fathers to love, respect, and obey each other.
- Example: Mary and Joseph's dedication to raising Jesus.
- Commentary: This scripture highlights the importance of mutual respect and understanding in a nuclear family.

6. Genesis 18:19 - "For I have chosen him, that he may command his children and his household after him to keep the way of the Lord by doing righteousness and justice..."
- Example: Abraham's leadership in his family.
- Commentary: This verse underscores the responsibility of parents to guide their children in the ways of God.

7. Deuteronomy 6:6-7 - "And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children..."
- Example: Moses teaching the Israelites.
- Commentary: Parents are instructed to teach their children about God's commandments and principles.

8. 1 Timothy 5:8 - "But if anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever."
- Example: Boaz providing for Ruth and Naomi.
- Commentary: This verse emphasizes the importance of providing for one's family, both materially and spiritually.

9. Joshua 24:15 - "As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord."
- Example: Joshua's commitment to serving God with his family.
- Commentary: This verse reflects the commitment of a family to worship and serve God together.

10. Proverbs 31:10-31 - The "Proverbs 31 Woman" is described as a virtuous wife and mother who cares for her family and is praised by them.
- Example: Ruth's loyalty and devotion to her family.
- Commentary: This passage illustrates the qualities of a godly woman and the importance of her role in the nuclear family.

In conclusion, the Bible emphasizes the significance of the nuclear family as a foundational unit of society and encourages parents and children to love, respect, and serve one another while following God's principles.

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