The Enemies Strategy to Destroy Marriages

FACT: The enemy strategically attacks marriages and families to bring societal collapse.
Why This Matters:
    Marriage and family are God’s design for human flourishing, and when they are destroyed, society unravels.
    In today's episode we will cover: Satan’s strategy, its impact, and biblical solutions.

Segment 1: Understanding the Enemy’s Strategy Against Families 
1. The Biblical Foundation of Marriage and Family
    Genesis 2:24 – God established marriage as the cornerstone of human relationships.
   Deuteronomy 6:6-7 – Parents are called to disciple their children.
   Ephesians 5:22-33 – Marriage as a reflection of Christ and the Church.
2. Satan’s Ultimate Goal: Disrupt God’s Design
John 10:10 – “The thief comes only to steal, kill, and destroy.”
    Satan knows that strong families create strong churches and societies.
    If he can dismantle the family, he weakens future generations.
3. The Five-Step Strategy of the Enemy
    Step 1: Attack Biblical Authority- examples
    Undermining Scripture’s authority leads to moral confusion.
    Step 2: Redefine Marriage & Gender Roles- 
    Promoting alternative definitions of marriage and gender to 
    distort God’s design.
    Step 3: Encourage Marital Strife & Divorce
    Destroying the covenant of marriage leads to broken families and generational trauma.
    Step 4: Devalue Parenthood & Children
     Promoting abortion, career over family, and an anti-child mindset.
    Step 5: Isolate & Weaken the Church’s Influence
     Removing the family from church discipleship, creating fragmented believers.

Segment 2: The Impact of Family Breakdown on Society 
1. The Collapse of Moral Foundations
    Without stable marriages, moral relativism takes over.
    Children raised without biblical guidance are more likely to embrace secular ideologies.
2. Rise in Social Chaos & Crime
    Studies show fatherless homes contribute to increased crime, gang involvement, and incarceration.
    Communities with broken families suffer from poverty, substance abuse, and instability.
3. Weakened Future Generations
    If children don’t see strong marriages, they won’t value commitment.
    A self-centered, individualistic society replaces sacrificial love and service.

Segment 3: The Enemy’s Attack on Marriage 
1.Destroying the Husband’s Role as Spiritual Leader
    Men are distracted by career, entertainment, and passivity.
    The enemy convinces men that leadership is toxic rather than biblical servant-leadership.
2. Pitting Husbands & Wives Against Each Other
    Feminism distorting submission and respect.
    Masculinity being labeled as oppressive rather than protective.
3. Turning Marriage into a Temporary Contract Instead of a Covenant
    High divorce rates reflect a lack of commitment and spiritual foundation.
    Easy exits make marriage about convenience, not lifelong partnership.

Segment 4: Biblical Solutions to Combat the Enemy’s Strategy
1. Returning to Biblical Authority
Churches and families must reclaim the truth of Scripture.
Teaching God’s design for marriage in homes and churches.
2. . Strengthening Husbands & Fathers as Spiritual Leaders
Encouraging men to lead with love, responsibility, and sacrifice.
Titus 2 & Ephesians 6 – Discipling men and fathers to guide their families.
3. Rebuilding Strong Marriages Through Covenant Commitment
Prioritizing marriage counseling, date nights, and sacrificial love.
Recognizing that a strong marriage is a spiritual battle.
4.  Restoring Family Discipleship
Parents must reclaim their role as primary disciplers of their children.
 Regular family worship, Bible study, and prayer as a household.
5. Strengthening the Local Church’s Role in Family Restoration
 Churches should create strong marriage ministries.
 Mentorship programs for young couples.

Q: Where do you go to learn to do family?  A: FAMILY SCHOOL
www.winthefamily.org

Q Where can I find support and encouragement to prioritize my family?  A: The FRP TRIBE!   www.tribefamily.org