Is DINKS/HENRYS a rebellious lifestyle
Men have a particular duty not only to affirm that (procreation) fruitfulness is a virtuous and glorious duty, but to build homes and lives where this duty can be met with unbridled delight:
“We have grown accustomed to mediocrity within the Church. The idiocy pertains to more than mere charlatans pretending to be teachers (James 3:1). It also extends to the degradation of basic elements of ethical orthodoxy. At the very least, the simple call to “be fruitful and multiply” implies procreation (Gen. 1:28). John Calvin speaks very directly to this matter:
‘But here Moses would simply declare that Adam with his wife was formed for the production of offspring, in order that men might replenish the earth.’
However, the American church continues to flourish in expressive individualism instead of submission to God’s word. Thus, the once exquisite legacy of the Church to produce offspring to continue its covenant stewardship is quickly dissipated from the scene.
So, allow me to state my premise unashamedly:
‘To be a young Christian married couple and assert that you do not want to have children while being perfectly capable of bearing children is the height of arrogance. It is the possession of the spirit of the age which must be appropriately exorcised. It is a distinct Christian blessing to procreate and bring forth a godly offspring for the glory of God.’”
‘To be a young Christian married couple and assert that you do not want to have children while being perfectly capable of bearing children is the height of arrogance. It is the possession of the spirit of the age which must be appropriately exorcised. It is a distinct Christian blessing to procreate and bring forth a godly offspring for the glory of God.’”
You need to trust God, his plan for your life, serving Him not yourself.
Trust God to provide daily, weekly, monthly, yearly. In every situation.
Don't fret about finances, God always provides your needs for those who are his and who pursue righteousness.
Avoid financial idolatry and anxiety by planning financially as best you can, live in your means, and invest for retirement. Your church community will also help you along the way with baby needs, expenses, assistance in many ways. It is a family. You are not alone.
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