A terrible idea became a part of American thinking in the 1960’s.  In those days it was known as “the generation gap.”  Previous to then, the “gap-idea” between generations was not in circulation as a sociological paradigm.  The segregation of generations that resulted from this “enlightenment” actually caused the so called generation gap, it didn’t fix it.  The more we isolate generations from one another, the less understanding, compassion and unity we’ll have.  An “us and them” mentality begins to form.  Each generation develops their own language, their own music, their own entertainment and ultimately their own view of theology and life.  This is not acceptable in homes that have Christ at the Head.  The family was the first “institution,” predating the church by thousands of years.  God had very specific intentions for the family and they are not complicated.  I didn’t say family life is not complicated, I said God’s intentions are not complicated.  Much of our struggle today is the result of ignoring God’s intentions.   Ephesians 5 and 6 is a beautiful summary of what God had in mind for the family and no generation gap is mentioned.  Wise is the parent who kicks that 60’s “enlightenment” to the curb and enters fully into the stewardship God assigned.