The word "build" is to construct, develop or create. Hebrew 3:4 says :for every house is built by some man: but he that all things id God" Provo 24:3 "Through wisdom a house is builded and by understanding it is established" with wisdom a shattered home can turn to heaven on earth.

A good home is a home where is love, peace, harmony, unity and cooperation. Every member of that household is a saved soul, who is controlled by the Holy Spirit, they all live right to please God and everyone is alive to his/her responsibility.

A home is a type of a house that requires to be built just like a physical house that does not drop from heaven but need some form of effort to build it. Good homes do not come to be by wishes, they must be worked out

STEP TO BUILDING A GOOD HOME
There must be a genuine new birth experience. As we constantly walk with the Lord, we need to live a life of total separation from worldly practices, there must be a complete transformation in our lives and this will definitely affect our homes positively. The grace to do some things will be released unto us II Cor. 5: 17 says therefore if any man is in Christ, he is a new creature, old things are passed away, behold, all things are become new.

Having a right relationship with God nurtures this yieldedness through daily study of the word of God and meditation therein. There must be a reverential trust and fear for Almighty God and total obedience to Him. Mathew 7:24-27 explains that our homes must be built on the solid rock of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Obedience to the Word of God is another step to building a good home. The word of God should be our guide as it helps us to deal with our sinful nature and the hardness of our hearts that always affect our relationship with God and our spouses. As you definitely build a good home. Psalm 119: 1 05 says "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.

You need to pray effectively and win victory over evil forces and plans against your home. Spouses should be involved in serious prayers to maintain the sanctity of marriage. You should not rely on your own strength nor should you depend on your being strong willed. The arm of strength will fail you.

Seek the Lord to build your home as there is so much pressure on the home these days. Domestic forces have been let loose from the pit of hell to scatter and ruin homes. In many cases they have succeeded. The woman is the home maker and you can only build successfully if God is building with you. 'Except the Lord builds the house, they labour in vain those who build it" (Psalm 127:1).

In the name of Jesus you will not labour in vain. You will reap the fruits of your labour over your home. No couple is immune to pressure, we all experience different problems at different times. These problems can best be described as pressures of life that put stress on us to test the quality and strength of our love and relationship and the level of our intelligence and faith in the Lord. Ps. 50:15 encourages us to call upon the Lord when we're in trouble, He says God will deliver us and He shall be glorified in heaven.

Satisfy your husband in all areas, most especially thrill him with delicious meals. Do not stop at cooking delicious meals, but also ensure that meals are served in an attractive manner;

KEYS TO BUILDING A GOOD HOME
The first key is "Love is the oil that lubricates the moving engine of marriage". Ephesians 5:25-33 says "Husbands love your wives even as Christ loved the Church and gave Himself for it." In loving the wife he must be faithful in all things and forgive all offences Provo 10:2b says love covers all sins.

The woman too must reciprocate the man's love. Love is always willing to care, cherish, nourish and protect. If a woman loves her husband it will be easy for her to submit to him. When you love your spouse you will be willing to endure his/her weakness or short-coming.

- Another key is to be tolerant and patient with your spouse (manifestation of the fruit of the Holy Ghost) Gal. 5: 22 - 23. The two should be prepared to give and to take some things.

- Develop things that will make your partner happy in the home and try to reduce things that are negative. Also consider your spouse's feelings before vital decisions are taken. Be the kind of spouse you want your spouse to be Matthew 7:12. Encourage and appreciate your spouse Provo 12 25 says 'Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression.

But a good word makes it glad" let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt Col. 4:6; know that a soft answer turns away wrath. A woman that wants to build a good home, her words must lift up, encourage and praise her husband when the need arises. He will stay at home with you, when he is expected to.

- Do something about your appearance. The importance of maintaining a good physical appearance cannot be over emphasized. Many women give up on this as soon as the first child arrives. The fact remains that husbands desire wives who are physically attractive to them. Learn from Queen Esther. The Bible states in Proverb 31 :22 "she maketh herself coverings of tapestry, her clothing is silk and purple". A woman can be alluring and charming without being worldly. Your husband deserves the best.

- Satisfy your husband in all areas, most especially thrill him with delicious meals. Do not stop at cooking delicious meals, but also ensure that meals are served in an attractive manner; I Cor 7:5 says "do not deprive one another except with consent for a time, that you may give yourselves to fasting and prayer and come together again so that Satan does not tempt you because of your lack of self control". Many wives find it easy to take orders from their boss at work or brethren in the church but difficult with their husbands. Pride, spiritual ego, unbrokeness could be hinderance (s) to submission.

- As a wife you're closer to the children, they should be trained by using the Word of God, so that they will grow with it. Provo 22:6.

- Be truly one with your spouse with openness and sincerity. Gen. 2:23 - 24. Do not hide any things, work in unity not in units.

Be wise to play your roles as a wife, a mother, home keeper and fulfil God's expectation of shielding YOur heart, your hUsband and your home from every battle of the enemy.

BENEFITS OF BUILDING A GOOD HOME
- Personal and career success will be rapid
- The home will grow to its maximum
- Dedication, love1 support and affection to each other they will be able to encourage each other in Biblical way and by this, they are heaven candidates.
- The family will always want to please God and do what is right and become responsible.
- If a man gets to work with joy in his heart it will automatically affect his performance.
- It enhances your chance of living long.
- It gives room for church and nation building.

In conclusion to build a good home, Husbands must be ready to play the role of the head because the entire family is looking on and up to him, and to women, the Bible says every wise woman builds her home Provo 14:1.

Be wise to play your roles as a wife, a mother, home keeper and fulfil God's expectation of shielding YOur heart, your hUsband and your home from every battle of the enemy. The grace and enabling Power to do this, the Lord will release in Jesus name In the mighty name of Jesus I decree and declare that it shall be well with Our homes.