Seeing My Father in The Mirror

Yes, it’s true, in so many ways, I am a reflection of my dad. Sometimes, it’s a good thing, like my work ethic and great looking bald head. And sometimes not so much. But it does remind me that the way I lead my family will impact my daughters throughout their lives.

Sometimes, instead of taking the time needed to pour into our kids lives, it’s easier just to substitute material things. Men, I promise you that what your family really wants more of is the MAN, not his MONEY.

I read about a young boy whose dad was always working. One day he asked, “Dad, how much money do you make an hour?” The dad said, “I don’t know, I guess I make about $50 an hour, now don’t bother me I’m busy.” After a couple of weeks of doing odd jobs around his neighborhood, the little boy came up to his dad and said, “Here’s $25. Can I buy 30 minutes of your time so we can play together?” Now that’s convicting!

Psalm 39:4 says, “Lord, remind me how brief my time on earth will be. Remind me that my days are numbered—how fleeting my life is.” Don’t let this most important time in your kids life slip on by without investing your time leading them to know God.

One of the major differences you can make in your kids’ life is through your acceptance and approval. We all want our dad to be proud of us and approve of us. Dads, you have a great responsibility and opportunity to give your kid what only you can give them. And even though you might think it, you still need to put words to it and say it. Not just once, but regularly. And that blessing from you doesn’t need to be based on what they do or don’t do, but you bless them because you are their dad. After all, that’s the way God, our Heavenly Father, blesses us.