So grateful to have a Father who taught me Jesus as a boy. Dad was there for me when, after running far away from the principles he taught me, grace brought me to my knees and into the Kingdom – he did not walk away from me in those wandering years but he refused to coddle me while I chose to remain there. I thought of him every day while I lived in darkness and was so happy that he was there to receive me when my dawning occurred. He is not only my dad, but my brother in Christ and my friend.
I’m thankful today for all dads who resist our culture’s trends wherein there are plenty of men with physical offspring but not enough dads with their kids in the deepest relational impact. Even more stirring to my heart are Kingdom men who live for something that outlasts them. The children of Kingdom men are reminded through watching their dads that something better exists now than money, good looks, power and material possessions. These children are also understanding that something beyond “all of this” is awaiting them and they are being prepared for what waits beyond the doorway of death. The children of Kingdom men are seeing glimpses of that King in the man they call Father. I am so blessed to be the happy father of Alicia and Landon – my two arrows from the Lord. I call them Wonder (Alicia) & Thunder (Landon). These two children bring me such rich joy and I could no longer imagine life without them by my side. One day they will venture off into the fullness of what God has planned for them but today they still belong to their mother and me. Precious, precious arrows from the Lord. God, help me to aim them well.
“Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one’s youth. Blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them!” – Psalm 127:3-5 {ESV}
Thank you for your time and effort making this app\teachings. It sure has been a blessing to me.
Very humbling and gratifying to receive love and acceptance from my children. Yes, I know that both of you are “forty-something’s” but you will never not be my fantastic children. Happy Fathers Day, Jeff and happy birthday to you both. I love you both and am proud to be your Dad.
Dad is such an anchor in my life! He taught me about Christ, gave me my first Bible with Scriptures highlighted that made me want to read on, and taught me about prayer. He continues to teach me in ways I can receive. He keeps a broad inclusive view without blurring the line. That’s a hard task and he is the man for the job!
Dad teaches me to love others in a way I could not do without him. He teaches me how to parent my children. He teaches me truth that quiets my mind.
I know of few women who can say these things about their fathers. We live in a fatherless world-I am grateful that men like Dad, you and my kids’ step-dad stay the course.
Happy Fathers Day and Happy Birthday, Jeff!