1. The Functional Family
Families can function properly if they follow God’s plan. Here are four characteristics of functional families.

2. What makes a Functional Family?
Faith comes First (2 Timothy 1:4-5; 3:14-17; 1 Cor. 7:5; Acts 18:2, 26; Romans 16:3-5)
Roles are Recognized & Respected (Ephesians 5:22-33; Titus 2:4-5; 1 Tim. 5:14, 4)
Love Labors (1 Cor. 13:4-8; Prov. 31:12-13; Genesis 29:20; Ephesians 4:2)
Communication is Constructive (Ephesians 4:25, 29; Proverbs 24:26; 29:20; 21:23; 17:22; James 1:21)