HAPPY FATHER’S DAY
Fatherhood Isn’t a Social Role—It’s a Spiritual Calling
I. The Family Was God’s Idea—Not Ours
Genesis 1:27–28 – God created man and woman in His image and commanded them to be fruitful and multiply.
- Family existed before the church, before government, before nations.
- It’s not a cultural construct—it’s a divine institution.
- When we walk away from God’s design, we invite disorder and regret.
Reflection: Am I treating my family like a spiritual responsibility or a social arrangement?
II. Fatherhood Is About More Than Provision—It’s About Leadership
Ephesians 6:4 – Fathers are called to raise their children in the instruction of the Lord.
- Providing financially is not the same as leading spiritually.
- Your kids need your example more than your income.
- Spiritual neglect has eternal consequences.
Reflection: If my kids only saw God through me, would they know who He is?
III. Family Isn’t Eternal—But It Prepares Us for Eternity
Matthew 22:30 – In the resurrection, there will be no marriage.
- Earthly families are temporary—but they serve an eternal purpose.
- A godly family points its members toward salvation.
- We’re not raising children just for this life—but for the next.
Reflection: Am I raising good citizens or future saints?
IV. The Enemy Attacks the Family Because It Reflects God’s Nature
John 10:10 – The thief comes to steal, kill, and destroy.
- Satan attacks the family because it mirrors God’s authority and love.
- Passive leadership gives the enemy room to work.
- The enemy doesn’t need us to be evil—just indifferent.
Reflection: Am I spiritually guarding my home—or just living in it?
V. Real Fatherhood Requires Submission to the Ultimate Father
1 Corinthians 11:3 – The head of every man is Christ.
John 5:19 – Jesus did only what He saw the Father doing.
- A man cannot lead his family if he is not led by Christ.
- Submission to God isn’t weakness—it’s strength under control.
- Children don’t need a perfect father—they need a surrendered one.
Reflection: Have I submitted my leadership to Christ—or am I still leading in my own strength?
Closing Challenge
- You don’t need to be perfect. You need to be positioned—under Christ.
- Your past doesn’t disqualify you. Repentance brings realignment.
- Don’t wait. Lead now. Submit now.
- Your kids are watching. Let them see Jesus in you.
Joshua 24:15 – “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
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