Principles of Family

One of the first things the OT begins to teach us is the principles of family. Here’s what we’ve observed so far:

1. Family shares the same blood (Gen 2.21). This will take on more significance shortly!
   
2. God recognizes a chain of responsibility and authority (Gen 3.9).
3. Occupational and relational responsibility is part of God’s redemptive plan for family members (Gen 3.16,17; 1Ti 2.15).
4. Only a Kinsman (= redeemer/avenger) can redeem family members and property (Lev 25.25, 47,48).
   

posted by Roderick of TMin @ 1:33 PM