Thomas Jefferson said, “The happiest moments of my life have been the ones I have spent at home in the bosom of my family.” I concur; I am the most content when I am with my wife and children.  Therefore, to ensure I invest my time wisely, I have to prioritize my calendar with their best interests in mind. 

• Have family devotions each morning or evening.  Spend time reading God’s Word and praying together as a family.
• Have a special “family day” each week.  For my family that day is Friday.  We do not always do something big or outlandish; we simply commit our time together in some capacity on that day.
• Plan special date nights with your spouse. 
• Make the most of vacation time.  Those moments spent together will be cherished for a lifetime. 
• Create intentional memories with your family.  You don’t have to spend a lot of money, or visit exotic locations to make lasting memories.  Just involve your attention and invest your affection.

     To make these family functions a priority, you may have to scale down other activities from your life.  Do not hesitate to make the cuts.  The Lord requires it and your family deserves it.