Christlike Love in a Godly Family

 




Christ love produce cordial relationships between spouses, parent, children and siblings. It creates peaceful and spiritually enriching atmosphere in the home. A Godly family mirrors Christ likeness and prioritizes the wellbeing of everyone in the home.


Some Christian couple  tend to get closer to God more during challenging times, this should not be.   Building a strong marital foundation that is rooted in God should be part of our lifestyle by mirroring Christlike love because it is very essential for enduring marriage. Ephesian 5; 25-33- this bible passage explains Christlike love and how it should be expressed between couple. Christ urges married couple to reflect on Christ love for the church by loving each other sacrificially .

Christ being the center of the family -  love is foundational in a Christ centered family. Christ-like love  type of love is expressed through his teachings on spiritual growth, prayer, service quality time together, communication .




Couple must establish their foundation on the 

  • Principle of love-Ephesian 5;28 So ought men to love their wives as their own bodies. He that loveth his wife loveth himself
  •  Respect, faithfulness and commitment-Ephesian 5;33-Nevertheless let every one of you in particular so love his wife even as himself; and the wife see that she reverence her husband.
  • Trusting in Gods plan ; Seeking his direction in all things- Romans 8;28- And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. Proverb 3;5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
  • Fruit of the spirit- Gala 5; 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law


YOU AND YOUR HEALTH
Waterleaf

Waterleaf is a vegetable that is known by many names. Its names include Ceylon spinach, Florida spinach also called surinam Purslane, cariru, and more. Even its scientific name is up for debate. Both Talinum fruticosum and Talinum triangulare are used. Regardless of what it’s called, it’s crunchy, tangy, and nutritious. ( https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-waterleaf) 
Waterleaf is a perennial herb, it grows in favorable conditions in spite of the weather condition or season. If you're abroad spinach is a great substitute for waterleaf, you won't feel the difference much. Essentially you can use dry Ugu or frozen if you can find. Or maybe use Kale if not just leave it as only spinach. Waterleaf is known as Efo Gbure in Yoruba and is a very important leafy vegetable in Nigeria

You can google for images of the vegetable ; 

Ceylon Spinach

Efo Gbure/ waterleaf



Health benefit of Waterleaf

Water leaf,  if consume adequately has many health benefit to offer such as, minerals,  water,  vitamins, crude fiber, lipids crude protein and so on. The richness in waterleaf makes it one of the vegetables we should add to our daily meal for effective result. 
  •  Bone- Waterleaf is an excellent source of calcium and phosphorus, both of which are essential for healthy bones.
  • Eye- Maintaining sufficient levels of vitamin A is essential for healthy eyes. Research indicates that vitamin A can slow the progression of retinal disease, reduce the risk of cataracts, and improve low-light vision. Waterleaf is a good source of vitamin A.
  • Iron Deficiency and Anemia-Waterleaf is an excellent dietary source of iron. Iron deficiency can range from mild to severe. Those who experience milder symptoms benefit the most from shifting to an iron-rich diet
  • Cognitive Health- Research indicates that eating a diet rich in vitamin C reduces the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and slows age-related cognitive decline. Waterleaf is an excellent source of vitamin C, with about 31 mg for every 100 grams of vegetable matter.
    • Written by WebMD Editorial Contributor

Prayer-
I pray that God in his infinite mercy and grace bless your family with the strength and wisdom to remain steadfastly united in the love that mirrors the nature of Christ, in Jesus Name, Amen.


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