Father

Father’s Day does not receive the great amount of hype that Mother’s Day does; however in the parenting package, the father plays a key role.  Many of us grew up with a father who was ever present, who was tireless, who was strong, and who did so much to support his family.  As the daughter of such a father, I knew that my father was powerful, knowledgeable, loving, and kind.  Now in his golden years, my father continues to exhibit amazing strength and determination as well as a continuous outpouring of wisdom and love.

There are many men who grew up without a father in the home, such as my own husband; however, he surpassed the odds and is a strong, loving husband and father who has managed his household and instilled in his children virtues and wisdom to be God-fearing and lead healthy, productive lives.

Some of you can’t recall positive father figures, because of absence, abuse or loss of your father early in your life.  Statistics reveal the pervasiveness of increased challenges such as physical, emotional, and educational neglect faced by children of fatherless homes.

Regardless of your circumstances, I want to encourage you that the Bible states in Psalm 68: 5 that God is “a father to the fatherless.”  It is comforting to know that He not only heals our memories, He is faithful and loves us unconditionally.

On this Father’s Day, I admonish you to celebrate your father, honor your father, thank your father, cherish the memories of your father and even if necessary, forgive your father.

As a tribute to honor fathers, I share the following poem from an anonymous author:

What Makes a Dad
God took the strength of a mountain, 
The majesty of a tree, 
The warmth of a summer sun, 
The calm of a quiet sea, 
The generous soul of nature, 
The comforting arm of night, 
The wisdom of the ages, 
The power of the eagle's flight, 
The joy of a morning in spring, 
The faith of a mustard seed, 
The patience of eternity, 
The depth of a family need, 
Then God combined these qualities, 
When there was nothing more to add, 
He knew His masterpiece was complete, 
And so, He called it ... Dad

Peace,

SharB~TTSD
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