by David Scott Robertson
By the grace of Christ and power of God’s Holy Spirit, my family will endeavor to uphold the articles of this Family Constitution.
Article #1: Divorce is not an option between Mom and Dad.
Article #2: At all costs, do not lie, misrepresent, purposefully exaggerate, or otherwise distort the truth to one another (or anybody).
Article #3: Name-calling among family members is strictly forbidden.
Article #4: Each family member will pray for another daily.
Article #5: Making derogatory remarks about a family member, the pastor or anyone else (backbiting/gossip) is forbidden.
Article #6: Murmuring, complaining, being ungrateful, and/or conducting your affairs with a poor attitude shall not be tolerated.
Article #7: Taunting another member for past mistakes is not permitted.
Article #8: A lazy and slothful attitude towards one’s family responsibilities, duties or chores is not acceptable behavior.
Article #9: Family members will tithe 10% of allowances/gross income, or any other source of revenue to the local church, and be expected to be a good steward of his/her time and talents.
Article #10: Alcohol, tobacco, and drug usage (for non-medical reasons) is absolutely forbidden in or outside the home.
Article #11: Participation by any family member in activities deemed contrary to the moral teachings of Jesus Christ as outlined in God’s Word, the Bible, will, without fail, be discovered in due time and will produce punishment, either in this world or the next.