“You and I, just as Jesus, have been given Father’s stamp of approval long before we ever accomplished anything in this life. You are His beloved, so, be loved.” ~ Leif Hetland
2 Corinthians 6:18 TPT
I think the greatest way to honor fathers on Father’s Day is to remind them to become children again. The role of a father is indispensable, vital and crucial to a child. And if it’s healthy, that role depicts a tiny grain of sand, a glimpse if you will, as to what God’s heart is like towards His children.
A child, on the other hand, gets to freely receive. He gets to romp and play, live loved, explore and make mistakes in the joy of knowing his father’s joy over him. It’s for that reason, my heart yearns to remind every father reading this of the pride and joy his Heavenly Daddy has for him…simply because he is.
A dad’s “job” on this earth is tough. He has numerous responsibilities; from providing for his family to caring for his home while guiding and spending time with his children. His hats are many. And rarely does a father get the recognition he deserves.
However, there is a love, honor and recognition that comes from Father God that is not based on anything you do. It’s an approval, affirmation and acceptance apart from your performance or accomplishments. It is not withdrawn when you fail. It is not held back in your weaknesses, addictions and disappointments.
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