𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫

June 16, 2024

The godly walk with integrity; blessed are their children who follow them.

Proverbs 20:7  NLT Bible

Today we celebrate fathers everywhere and honour the legacy of those who are no longer with us. Fathers play a critical role in the lives of the children God has entrusted to them and it’s one that must never be taken lightly. As this verse tells us, fathers are called to be godly and to walk with integrity in every aspect of their lives. It is imperative that fathers be examples to their children who are watching them closely and emulating everything that is said and done.

Fathers need to live with integrity! This means obeying and honouring God and adhering to all His precepts. This also involves reading the Bible and praying with them. Fathers need to model godly behaviour in the way they treat others and be examples of honesty, integrity, goodness and purity. They also have a responsibility to lovingly discipline their children and to teach them to respect all people regardless of their differences. Above all, fathers need to instill in them love, obedience and respect for God.

Thank you, Lord, for fathers everywhere. I ask that You bless and help them to be godly role models for their children. Fill them with Your love, courage and strength. I love you, Jesus. Amen!

Be Blessed

Lydia

𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫

June 18, 2023

Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger by the way you treat them. Rather, bring them up with discipline and instruction that comes from The Lord.

Ephesians 6:4 NLT Bible

On this day, fathers everywhere are being honoured and remembered. Many of us have fathers who are no longer with us, but thankfully we treasure the memories of times spent with them. Fathers have such an important role to play in the lives of their children. First and foremost, they are required to love them, showing it in everything they say and do. Fathers also need to discipline and instruct their children, establishing clear guidelines and boundaries, correcting when necessary, but doing it with love and compassion. 

Fathers need to be godly examples and role models for their children, letting their lives reflect Christ, always being mindful that they are being watched and that children will emulate them. They need to respect their children, treat them as individuals, recognize how unique and special each child is, spend quality time with them, praise and appreciate them. Fathers need to nurture a love for God in their children, setting time aside daily for reading God's Word and praying together. They need to lead, guide, protect and care for their children, recognizing the enormous responsibility that's been entrusted to them and the role they have to play as fathers in helping their children reach their God given potential. 

Thank you Lord for fathers everywhere! I pray that You would bless and help them as they guide their children and may they bring them up to fear, honour and obey You. Lord, help them to lead by example and to nurture and instil a love for You in them. I love you, Jesus. Amen!

Be Blessed!

Lydia