"Every great literature has always been allegorical--allegorical of some view of the whole universe. The lliad is only great because all life is a battle; the Odyssey because all life is a journey; the Book of Job because all life is a riddle."
G. K. Chesterton. The Defendant. London: Brimley Johnson, 1901.
I often think back to a trip I took to Italy a few years ago. One of my favorite places was Florence. Renowned for its architecture and art, the city was shaped by the genius of Michelangelo.
“Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.” ( Ephesians 6:4, ESV ) Neglecting Time with Your Children ( Deuteronomy 6:7–8 ) I give excuses why I don’t spend more time. Now I try to do everyday things regularly (i.e. eat breakfast and dinner together). Modeling Sinful Anger ( Proverbs 22:24–25 ) Children are impressionable and model our behavior. Scolding Your Children Harshly ( Psalms 38:1; Ephesians 4:29
