Family values need to be prioritised

 NEGLIGENCE on couples’ part in proper parenting has resulted in many shattered homes. 

I would like to raise awareness of the significance of the family unit. 

The first godly institution ordained and blessed  is  the family unit.

Many people are obsessed with material things that they have failed to realise that material wealth cannot substitute the family unit. 

Like a corn seed that bears  fruits if cherished and nourished well by the farmer, a  strong  family  unit is built on spending time with our family and giving adequate love and attention. 

It is very sad nowadays to  see  so  many homes operating with only a single  parent  or  the absence of both parents simply because people make gods of  lifeless things,  idolising money, career, prestige or even pleasure. 

None  of  these  things  can replace a family unit or a family member. 

The disintegration of social order in the society and the rise in anti-social behaviour of youths and schoolchildren today will intimidate our law and order system if dysfunctional states of homes and family  units  are not properly addressed. 

Are we investing  quality time and showing affection for our family? 

Pause  for  a  moment  and think.

Dabele Moremuge

Goroka