“The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice, and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him” (Proverbs 23:24).
The father of godly children will be exceedingly glad,
seeing they do well. How do our offspring become godly, gaining understanding
and knowledge that brightens their father’s countenance? Fathers (and moms) instruct them how
they should live (Prov 22:6)—the beginning of wisdom is the fear of the Lord
for everyone (Prov 9:10). Some children turn out well despite a not-so-good upbringing,
but what a struggle for them. Other times, some children rebel against their
parents’ godly training and choose to go their way. But when fathers rightly fulfill
their role in the family, and their children live honorably, they will brighten
their father’s life. “My son, give Me thine heart, let thine eyes observe My
ways” (v. 6). God calls all His children for their full attention and to do
what He shows us to do for our good (Deut 10:12). For it is in our hearts we
decide whether to love, follow, obey, and serve our heavenly Father.
A person who selflessly serves God requires commitment and sacrifice. Happy Father’s Day to Darryl Hoychick, a child of God, dad, and husband who selflessly gives himself to the Lord’s service and others. Your family, whom you faithfully lead and instruct, loves you 💕—you light up our lives 😍.
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