The Fruitful Bough

When will a Christian man find the most joy and satisfaction in life? When he lives out that which he was created for - this is God''s authentic man. If married he will pursue biblical companionship with his wife shepherd his children and satisfy his family''s needs. Married or not the fruit-laden bough represents a spiritually-minded man who serves others through wise leadership humble service and a selfless example. The Fruitful Bough is divided into four major sections. The first section The Marital Union supplies the biblical foundation for the remainder of the book: Why was marriage instituted and what was God''s best plan for marriage? The next two sections pertain to the main natural roles a married man will find the most joy in fulfilling - namely being a companion to his wife shepherding his children and satisfying the spiritual and physical needs of his family. The final section contains a character sketch of a spiritually-minded man and discusses the types of ministries he is expected to engage in. God reveals both what He finds admirable in a man and what he expects him to do to please Him. May each God-fearing man pursue his divine calling and be a fruitful bough (Gen. 49:22-24).