In our life’s journey fathers stand as strong and protective leaders of their families. Like Jacob a good father should quietly and faithfully lead on his family, providing comfort and support to those who walk by his side. Fathers mark out the paths and boundaries  which would guide the steps of his children.  A good father should combine affection with authority, discipline with kindness, sympathy with firm restraint. He should teach such noble virtues as integrity, honesty, patience, courage and diligence, as much as practice these virtues as a worthy example.

Fathers should think about how they are viewed by their children. The eminent Bible Bible Commentator and Preacher Dr. Charles Swindoll said  “Sometimes there is an instruction deeper than words.” Children will always treasure those fond memories of their fathers as they reflect on their father’s character

When the cares of the day are over, it is ideal for the father to gather his family and unite  in grateful prayer acknowledging God’s care during the day. Brought up under the wise and loving guidance of a godly father, children will have no desire to wander away and seek worldly  pleasures or be influenced by ungodly pursuits. Evil will not attract them. The spirit that prevails in the home will mold their character. And when they shall leave the home to take their places in the world, they will have fond memories of a kind, loving, respectable father, whom they will always remember as a godly man.

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY