Pat Robertson, the founder of the Christian Broadcasting Network, has become a stalwart in evangelical media. Millions of people worldwide turn to Robertson with questions about relationships with God and also family relationships.
He has taken many questions for viewers on his show, "The 700 Club," and has delivered many positive messages about how life. Here are six quotes on family life from the evangelist.
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1. "If you get married, you have accepted the headship of a man, your husband. Christ is the head of the household, and the husband is the head of the wife, and that's the way it is, period." –
Robertson made this comment in reaction to some of the things he see posted on Facebook and other social media, especially related to same-sex marriage.
2. "Families today need a better grasp on their money and a better understanding that mastery of your own personal finances can be key to a happier, more secure life." –
Robertson said this while promoting his book "Right on the Money", which aims to help families lead more stable lives in terms of finances.
3. "The first thing is having a sympathetic and understanding (spouse). The second thing is to keep communication open. You build it in love and understanding but, at the same time, you work at it." –
Robertson said this in a question and answer segment on "The 700 Club" called "Bring It On: Love, Marriage, and Sex". The question was from a viewer who wanted to know how he and his wife Dede kept their marriage loving and lasting.
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4. "One of the most important things for children is to know their mother and father love each other, and they really get a kick out of the fact that mommy and daddy hug each other and that daddy kisses mommy. It's a great thing." –
Robertson said this in the same question and answer segment. The question was from a viewer who wondered why her husband only showed physical affection when their children were not present.
5. "So, you need to have somebody that shares the dreams of life that you have. I think that's more important." –
This answer was in response to a question from a single father who asked what attributes he should look for in a second wife.
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