God put the mantle on the shoulders of men to lead the way spiritually and socially. Children watch their parents looking for stability. Statistics show that the presence and influence of a father in the household makes a difference whether children go to prison or to college; whether they struggle or succeed. There is a better chance of success when the father is active in the family.
Often it appears that as Dad goes, so in most cases the family goes.
The Bible tells us repeatedly that God is our heavenly Father. Satan wants to destroy that image of fatherhood and this is a reason that the enemy attacks fathers and family.
1 Corinthians 8:6 tells us that God the Father is who we live for and Jesus is (models) how we live. If we all lived for God and through Jesus the world would be a better place.
God created the family unit and then agreed to be close to us as our Abba (Daddy) Father. Romans 8:15. We are made to be children of God. John 1:12-13.
Even though earthly fathers fall far short, the leadership of fathers has been established by God. The enemy will continue to attack the family. Fathers need to stand strong with a Godly foundation.
Point: Your Family is better Together. It’s how God created us.
Fathers need to get beyond seeing themselves solely as a provider for the family. God provides. Fathers need to be a leader in the battle for the souls of their families. Wives/mothers need to help fathers to be the leader in the family and in that spiritual battle.
I picked this song to go with today’s message: I am Loved.
Verses for Today:Romans 8:14-17 (NIV)
14 For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God. 15 The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by him we cry, “Abba, Father.” 16 The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. 17 Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory.
I thank you, God for being my heavenly Father and creating and accepting me as Your child. I thank you for my earthly father. He wasn't perfect but he did make sure we had the opportunity to know You.
