HEAVENLY FATHER'S LESSON TO AN EARTHLY FATHER

HEAVENLY FATHER'S LESSON TO AN EARTHLY FATHER

The lesson today is to look at the lessons we are teaching our own children and turn it around back on ourselves. Evidence of God our Father is all around us. Our Father in heaven has provided a journey for earthly fathers marked by responsibilities, challenges, and the profound opportunity to guide our children. Our heavenly Father uses these experiences to illuminate the path to life, offering valuable lessons on love, trust, and faith. In our roles as fathers, we must draw inspiration from our heavenly Father's teachings through the challenges of raising our own children. Each moment with your child is an opportunity for God to teach you a new lesson if you are willing and open to listen.

Mitigating Anger: 

Proverbs 14:29 (KJV): "He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly."

As we navigate the complex landscape of fatherhood, we encounter moments that test our patience. Our heavenly Father, the essence of patience, provides us with an example to emulate. The Bible teaches that one who is slow to anger possesses great understanding. As earthly fathers, we are called to exercise patience, understanding that it is a virtue that fosters an environment of love and compassion within our families.

Allowing for Correction: 

Proverbs 3:12 (KJV): "For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth."

Our heavenly Father corrects us out of love, guiding us towards righteousness. In embracing our roles as earthly fathers, we must recognize that correction, when done with love and understanding, is an expression of care, not condemnation. The Bible reminds us that correction is a manifestation of love, highlighting the importance of correcting our children in a manner that instills a sense of purpose and moral understanding.

Teaching Independence: 

Proverbs 22:6 (KJV): "Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it."

Our role as earthly fathers extends beyond providing for our children's immediate needs. We are called to empower them with the skills and wisdom necessary to navigate life independently. The Bible instructs us to train up a child in the way they should go, knowing that this foundational guidance will accompany them into adulthood. By fostering independence, we equip our children to face life's challenges with resilience and confidence.

The bible makes it clear that if you train your child with proper instruction, they can not depart from it when they are old.  When the challenges of life take over, and the stress and anxiety begins to build, they will eventually remember their roots.  They will remember the instruction of their father.  As father, we hope to see our prodigal son return no matter what difficulties or decisions they have made. We will receive them with open arms and help them to get back on their feet because they came back. 

THE FATHER WILL NOT HELP YOU IF YOU REFUSE TO COME BACK HOME.  Remember the instruction of your youth; and provide God’s instructions to the youth of today.

Cultivating Faith and Trust: 

Proverbs 3:5-6 (KJV): "Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths."

In the tapestry of fatherhood, faith and trust are threads woven with divine purpose. Our heavenly Father urges us to place our trust in Him. We must acknowledging that His understanding surpasses our own. As earthly fathers, we must instill this same sense of trust and faith in our children. The Bible encourages us to trust in the Lord with all our hearts, recognizing that, in doing so, He will direct our paths. By fostering faith, we guide our children to trust in a higher purpose, establishing a foundation that will support them throughout their lives.

In conclusion our journey as earthly fathers is intertwined with divine guidance. We learn from the ultimate Father—our heavenly Father—who imparts invaluable lessons on patience, correction, love, independence, and trust. We are not merely sheep without a shepherd, or a vineyard without a master. We have a responsibility to our children as God our Father has a responsibilty to protect and nurture us. As we navigate fatherhood, may we draw strength from the profound teachings found within the pages of the Holy Bible, cultivating a loving and godly environment for our children. In embracing these divine lessons, we not only fulfill our earthly responsibilities but contribute to the eternal growth and well-being of our families. Strive to observe yourself as the father from the eyes of a child, and in that moment, you will manifest understanding of our heavenly Father.   

Father,