Happy Father's Day, friends and fam!
Over time, I have come to see more clearly the significant impact fathers have on their children's lives and hearts... on the way they view and trust God... and on their relationships with other people!
I am thankful for my Dad's good and Godly influence...
- He lives with steadfast joy and hope.
- He trusts God to bring something good out of every difficult situation.
- He loves the Lord, spends regular time in God's Word, and prays individually for each of us.
- He serves faithfully in church and is a spiritual leader for our family and many others.
- He lives with an attitude of gratitude and chooses not to complain.
- He is known for Godly wisdom and fierce loyalty.
- He works with integrity and he gives generously of his time and money.
- He has several solid friendships that have stood the test of time.
- He is stable and consistent, present and involved in the lives of his kids and grandkids.
- He is dependably good-tempered, patient, and kind.
- He is quick to listen and forgive, genuinely peaceful and slow to anger.
- He is playful, fun, and adventurous!
Here's a quick slideshow celebrating my wonderful Dad! ❤
(I chose this song because Dad is good at pointing us to God's plan and reminding us to look up and be grateful.)
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Whether your earthly dad is awesome, absent, aggressive, or abusive... whether he is alive or dead... there is a God who knows and loves you deeply. A friend of mine whose father died several years back posted this verse along with some encouraging words about how we are never fatherless. For those who have received Christ as Savior, God is your protector and your heavenly Father. "Look up, child." He sees you and He loves you and He cares for you. He is with you today and will never leave or forsake you. He is merciful and gentle and kind. Draw near to Him, and He will draw near to you! (James 4:8)
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