Being a father is more than providing the sperm that
fertilizes the egg that results in a baby. A true father is THERE for his
family. He covers them spiritually, emotionally, physically, financially etc.
He looks out for his family. He does not leave his wife to do it all as a proof
of her "virtuousness". A true father is THERE. The memory of such a
good man is blessed. His kids remember him being THERE.
This leads me to the issue of single mothers and wives of
deadbeat men who recognize themselves as fathers on Fathers' Day. I respect and
honour the sacrifices made by these women. If they are truthful and honest,
they'll realise that there is a man somewhere that lightens their load. I think
that man is the one to be honoured on Fathers' Day. Show him your appreciation,
along with the deadbeat/absent fathers. Spend some time to pray for your
deadbeat/absent husband (or baby's daddy) instead. Celebrate your motherhood,
but definitely not your "fatherhood". Most of all, celebrate your
Father in heaven. He is always THERE. He is the FATHER we all can count on! I
wish, though, that more energy was devoted to asking deadbeat/absent fathers to
STEP UP than what is currently being expended to ask these women not to
celebrate themselves on Fathers' Day. I will ALWAYS recognize and pray for such
women on both Mothers' and Fathers' Days. They are carrying more load than
other mothers. Well done, ma'ams.
To the deadbeat/absent father, you need to step up. Be
THERE for your family. Even if your wife is TRULY verbally abusive, be THERE
for your kids. You will give account to God concerning them and your wife too.
You need to keep that in mind.
To all the striving dads out there, YOU ROCK! Thanks for
always being there.
Enjoy the day!
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