Genesis 31

Jacob provides a great example of how a father should preside in the home as the Lord said unto him -

"...Return unto the land of thy fathers, and to thy kindred; and I will be with thee."  (Old Testament | Genesis 31:3)

Having been commanded of the Lord, he did not force his family to follow his revelation but -

"...sent and called Rachel and Leah to the field unto his flock,
5 And said unto them, I see your father's countenance, that it is not toward me as before; but the God of my father hath been with me."  (Old Testament | Genesis 31:4 - 5)

In other words, he had a family council concerning what had and was going on with Laban, allowing his family to search and feel the same guidance of the Spirit.  And after they were allowed to consider the matter and how they had been treated unjustly, answered -

"...now then, whatsoever God hath said unto thee, do."  (Old Testament | Genesis 31:16)

This is a simple story but of great value as a husband and wife work together for the benefit of the family.