Psalm 103:13– As a father shows compassion to his children, so the LORD shows compassion to those who fear him.
A FATHER’S DAY DEVOTIONAL
Prayer- “Dear Heavenly Father, with deep appreciation we approach you in thanks for the blessing of godly fathers. Fathers bear many unseen burdens while being valuable as mentors, guides, and providing a spiritual example to their families. We Pray that our love and appreciation for them will always be evident through our words, actions, and thoughts. As we draw our attention on the words of this devotional, may we resolve to give honor, love, and respect to all those who hold the position of fatherhood and who lead their homes. In your Son’s name.”
FATHERHOOD: A READING AND REFLECTION –
Proverbs 4:1-5– Hear, O sons, a father’s instruction, and be attentive, that you may gain insight, for I give you good precepts; do not forsake my teaching. When I was a son with my father, tender, the only one in the sight of my mother, he taught me and said to me, “Let your heart hold fast my words; keep my commandments, and live. Get wisdom; get insight; do not forget, and do not turn away from the words of my mouth.
- How does this passage show that the relationship between a father and child is a two-way street?
- How important is it that a father considers the future life of the child?
- How does this instruction parallel to Exodus 20:12, Deuteronomy 6:5, and Matthew 22:37?
- How do wisdom and understanding help to create a strong future for growing children?
GOOD ADVICE FOR EVERY FATHER
- Be a positive role model. 1 Peter 2:21
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- Children are watching and developing based on what they see.
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- What strong concepts do children need to see from their dad?
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- Children are watching and developing based on what they see.
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- Spend time with your children. Psalm 127:3
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- Children are blessings to enjoy and are not to be ignored.
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- How can dad share in my life and teach in this demanding world?
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- Children are blessings to enjoy and are not to be ignored.
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- Listen to your children. Proverbs 23:24
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- Give focused attention so they trust you with any issues they face.
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- How can dad become more involved and develop a deeper relationship with his children?
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- Give focused attention so they trust you with any issues they face.
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- Be serious about training. Ephesians 6:4
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- The most important rule in life is to grow to glorify God.
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- What practical things can a father do to take this role seriously?
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- The most important rule in life is to grow to glorify God.
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- Remember #1. 1 Peter 2:21
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- Much of what children do is “caught, not taught”. They do what they see.
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- As a role model, what areas of life should a father always consider?
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- Much of what children do is “caught, not taught”. They do what they see.
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