Today, during our time to hear and respond to a message from God’s Word, we will learn of the importance of godly fatherhood. We will look at Biblical examples of earthly fathers who, like us, are flawed, and then turn our attention to the only perfect father. Our Heavenly Father. Looking at how He demonstrates all the characteristics of what it means to be a Godly father, and how a Godly father provides, forgives, protects, disciplines, and guides their children, reflecting the characteristics of our Heavenly Father. Although no earthly father is perfect, men need to remember the importance of their role in young people’s lives, no matter how flawed we may be. Through faith and perseverance, fathers can grow into the men God intends them to be, embodying unconditional love and guidance.

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Study Guide

1 – What does it mean for a father to provide basic physical needs and emotional and spiritual support, as highlighted in the sermon?
– Application: How can you support your children and those of the younger generation in their physical, spiritual, and emotional needs?

2 – Why is forgiveness considered a key characteristic of a Godly father, and how did Pastor relate this to God’s forgiveness of us?
– Application: In what ways can you practice forgiveness in your own relationships, and how does understanding God’s forgiveness help with that?

3 – According to the message, how can discipline from a father be seen as an act of love rather than anger?
– Application: Think of a time when you received discipline. How can reframing that experience help you deal with correction in the future?

4 – What role do mentors play in the lives of young people, especially those who do not have fathers, as mentioned in the sermon?
– Application: Who are some figures in your life that have acted as mentors for you, and in what specific ways have they influenced you?

5 – In what ways can we learn from the imperfections of biblical fathers like David and Samuel to understand that growth is possible even amid our flaws?
– Application:  How can recognizing our own flaws as parents lead us to seek God’s guidance and improve our relationships with our children?

Bible References

Psalms 68:5
Matthew 9:6-15
1 John 3:1
Matthew 7:7-11
2 Samuel 18:33
2 Corinthians 5:21
Hebrews 12:7-11
2 Timothy 2:13
John 16:12-13