Questions for Reflection/Discussion by Catholic Men
1. In the Scriptures from 2 Timothy 2:8-15, Paul speaks of the “word of truth.” How would you describe the “word of truth” to your children?
2. In what ways are the words you use in your family a witness to the reality of Jesus’ love for them? In what ways are they not? What are some steps you can take so that your words are a better witness for Jesus to your family?
3. In the article we hear these words, “Parents model God’s love by expressing their love for each other.” Do your children see you frequently expressing your love for your wife? What are some ways you can improve on this?
4. The words of this article apply in a different way, depending on whether or not your children are younger or older? What are some of the differences?
5. How well does your home life stack up against the various characteristics of a transformed family that are described in the paragraph beginning with “What does a loving, spiritual home look like?” What are some actions you can take to improve in these areas?
6. If you are in a men’s group, end your meeting by praying for one another and your families using the prayer at end of the article.
[Editor's Note: This is the fifth of a series of articles on the theme, “Being Transformed as Catholic Men.” Click here to read the first article, second article, third article, and The Word Among Us for allowing us to adapt material from daily meditations in their monthly devotional magazine. Used with permission.
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