Godly Father

Fatherhood was one of the first jobs God gave men. Immediately after creating Adam and Eve, God commanded them to “be fruitful and multiply” (Genesis 1:28). One of His primary purposes for marriage was offspring who would fill the earth with God’s praise and glory.

So what does Godly fatherhood look like according to the Bible? We here at PIPC want to be the example in this community and our homes of Godly fathers. Here’s 5 ways fathers and grandfathers can lead biblically.

A godly father knows God

godly fatherhood begins within the heart of a man. He considers his own relationship with God the most important one in his life and models that godliness for his children.

2. A godly father loves and honors his wife

It has been said that the best gift a father can give his children is to love their mother.

3. A godly father accepts responsibility for his children’s spiritual training

Too often, the children’s training is left to the mother while the father considers a paycheck his contribution to the family.

he should pray with his children and talk with them about what the Bible teaches. He encourages Christian character in his children by his example as well as his words of instruction

4. A godly father is continually aware of his influence

Little eyes observe and learn from watching Dad’s behavior, regardless of what he says he believes. Sons, in particular, need male role models to show them how to become men.

5. A godly father will lead

The world is in desperate need of men who will lead wisely.

He leads his children to come to know Christ.

He leads in his community through charitable service and wise counsel.

He leads at church by serving according to his gifts.

And he leads other men to follow his example.

Men, Husbands, Grandfathers, future fathers, I hope you were encouraged to be men of God in your homes through this. Know this that we are praying for you and are always here for you in and through the journey of fathering and grandfathering your children and grandchildren.

Lets us pray now for the men and children of this church.

Father, you are the ultimate and best example of a loving father. Equip us to be men of you oh God. Mold and shape us to be like you Christ Jesus. And help us to be an example of who you are in our homes and in this community. Rise up the men in this church to be Godly men. And help the children of this church to learn from us what it means to be men and women after your own heart. Bless the children we pray as they head off to childrens church.