APPLY SCRIPTURE
Dads tell us all the time. Sounds like this: “I just can’t do it all.” The stressed out dad continues, “I don’t have enough skill, patience, experience, or knowledge to raise these kids! And, oh, the time! I never have enough time to do all I want to do. I’m just not succeeding as a father.” Au contraire mon frère! Paul prayed for God to remove the thorn in his flesh (2 Cor 12). God said no. But He didn’t leave Paul hanging. He promised “…My grace is sufficient for you…”. Then, Paul doubled down by agreeing he would “…boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses…”. Dad, accept the fact that you are not the end-all-be-all for your kids. God is. His grace is sufficient for you, and for them. Give it your best, but don’t try to be God. That role is taken.
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| 21 Inspirational Bible Verses for Kids: On those nights when your mind is racing and fears are rising, it’s amazing how much comfort you can find in simply meditating on God’s Word. Just a few simple verses can spell the difference between sleepless anxiety and peaceful rest. Your kids need the same sort of comfort, and you can show them how it’s done. We’ve even given you a great place to start. Share this list of 21 inspirational Bible verses with your kids. |
NEWEST PODCAST
Romans 12: Chip Ingram Wraps our Study: Romans 12 has served as a refreshing fountain of wisdom and insight to help us navigate several manhood “hotspots.” In this episode, we’re excited to be joined by pastor and author Chip Ingram as we put a bow on our Romans 12 series. With more than 40 years of experience as a discipleship leader, Chip offers some great closing takeaways about how to be a Romans 12 father.
GAIN INSIGHT
“I am not what I ought to be. I am not what I want to be. I am not what I hope to be. But still, I am not what I used to be. And by the grace of God, I am what I am.”
– John Newton
“Within each of us exists the image of God, however disfigured and corrupted by sin it may presently be. God is able to recover this image through grace as we are conformed to Christ.”
– Alister McGrath
“One who has been touched by grace will no longer look on those who stray as ‘those evil people’ or ‘those poor people who need our help.’ Grace teaches us that God loves because of who God is, not because of who we are.”
– Phillips Brooks
TAKE ACTION
Ask for cover. This week, consider naming one area in your fatherhood role where you feel the most incompetent. Maybe it’s in Bible knowledge, patience, finances, or communication. Whatever it is, tell God that you will strive to improve, but as you’re growing, would He please cover that area with His grace! Give it your best effort and ask God to cover what you’re missing. He’s great at that.
Kent Evans
Author of Bring Your Hammer, co-founder of Manhood Journey
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