Topic: FOR FATHERS – Right From The Heart Daily Devotional by Bryant Wright Ministry  16 June   2024

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FOR FATHERS

June 16, 2024

“Fathers, do not embitter your children, or they may become discouraged.”
Colossians 3:21

Fathers hold a special place in a child’s life.

Father’s Day is a time to remember just how special your Dad is.

Some fathers are involved with sports teams, outdoor games, and even having tea parties – just having lots of fun with their kids. Other dads enjoy helping children learn new skills. It could be anything from baking to building bird houses. It really doesn’t matter so much how dads spend time with their children, as long as it’s quality time together.

So, are you a dad looking for a little help in being a good father?

Here is another verse from the Bible that really helps: “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger by the way you treat them. Rather, bring them up with the discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord.” Ephesians 6:4 NLT

Let’s break it down:

1. Don’t provoke your children. That means don’t make unrealistic demands. Don’t crush their spirit by being aloof or overly strict. Every child has a fragile psyche that needs to be built up, not torn down.

2. Bring them up with the discipline. Discipline should be fair and consistent. They need to know the boundaries and know there are negative consequences if they ignore them. This gives children security and helps them know they are loved.

3. …And the instruction that comes from the Lord. Discipline precedes instruction – any good teacher knows that. But discipline without instruction exasperates children. They need Dad to teach them right from wrong and to do it with love.

It’s not easy being a good dad, but we sure have a great model in our Heavenly Father revealed to us through Jesus.

Happy Father’s Day!

Written by Bryant Wright, Founder, RFTH

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