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Introduction
Happy Fathers’ Day—a day in which we honor dads and recognize the virtue and value of an honorable dad who brings love, respect, and service to his children and his wife.
I marvel at dads who demonstrate the capacity to lead, serve, and secure an environment where their children thrive and grow.
To all the dads: Don’t settle on just getting by with your responsibilities; strive to be the best dad you can be.
NOTE: My message today is not just to dads—but to all!
A catastrophic problem exists in our society among our children:
Our kids are in trouble!
Children are left relationally empty over and over again, and the adults who watch don’t know what to do.
Nearly 40 percent of American kids do not live with their biological father—and more than half of them have not seen their dad in the past year.
Sixty-three percent of youth suicides occur in homes where their is no father.
90 percent of homeless/runaway children, 85 percent of children with behavior problems, 71 percent of high school dropouts, and 85 percent of youths in prison—all with no fathers in the home.
Nearly 73 percent of the U.S. population believes homes without fathers is the most significant family or social problem facing America.
It is my sincere believe that the church should do whatever it takes for us to encourage, equip, and empower dads to be honorable, faithful, and responsible.
But, let’s face it—we live in a time where the culture has a very low view of fatherhood.
This low view shows evidence of a broken society.
Broken societies are nothing new.
Several thousands of years ago, the people of Israel experienced a culture that was broken.
They were selfish, unfaithful, disrespectful, and uncommitted to the ways that honor God.
In fact, they reduced their relationship with God to mere ritual aimed at manipulating a holy God.
So, God raised up a prophet to speak against the sin and spiritual bankruptcy of Israel.
Micah
You might be wondering, what does this have to do with being a good dad?
Being a good dad is more than just talk—it is action!
I think the action that God calls us to can change a family and it can change a community.
The action God calls us to embrace is the action of love.
What does the Lord require?
Take action to deliver the weaker and the wronged.
We can’t grab what we can out of life and be indifferent to others.
When you make it your priority and take action to deliver the weaker and the wronged from their affliction, not only are you helping the hurting, you are setting an example to your kids.
Kids need their dad to demonstrate godly justice!
Embrace a life of generosity, grace, and loyalty.
This speaks to the way we ought to act justly—without reluctance.
It is more than a mere duty to help others.
We must be generous, graceful, and loyal—motivated by our relationship with Jesus Christ.
Kids need to see their dad demonstrate compassion for others.
Bring your life into conformity with God’s will.
What does it mean to walk humbly with God?
Humility sets aside pride and selfishness.
Walking with God speaks of alignment with His moral law and will.
It demonstrates respect and obedience to the authority of God.
Kids need to see their dad in love with God—one who demonstrates that love with obedience to God’s Word.
Conclusion
Kids need honorable dads—dads you act justly, and love kindness, and who walk humble with God.
Dad, if you live life that was you will not just change your kids—you will change the world.
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