Homefront Crumbling

[498 words] Douglas MacArthur II (the general’s nephew) worked for the government. The Secretary of State once called his home and asked to speak with him. His wife replied, “He’s not here. He’s where he always is—weekends, nights, Saturdays, Sundays—at the office. You can reach him there.” She had not recognized the Secretary of State’s voice or she would not have been so forthright. Nonetheless, the Secretary called MacArthur and sent him home immediately. His comment was classic. He said, “Your home front is crumbling.” Consider the Current Situation. Many home fronts are crumbling across our land because spouses do not spend enough time together. Between working two or three jobs, keeping children engaged in school, sports, and other activities, and having differing interests, they don’t even spend much time in the same room.  A couple can become more like roommates than husband and wife. God instructs couples to enjoy…