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Father
Articles for Pastors
R.C. Sproul: What Does It Mean to Call God “Father?”
The first Jewish rabbi to call God “Father” directly was Jesus of Nazareth. It was a radical departure from tradition, and in fact, in every recorded prayer we have from the lips of Jesus save one, He calls God “Father.”
Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders
Dads, Your Humble Willingness to Apologize to Your Kids Speaks Volumes
Though he could at times be good-natured and funny, my dad's default mood seemed to be disapproval of us. Dads, be willing to apologize to your kids.
Articles for Outreach & Missions
When a Father Wound Defines You
Another significant detail about Jacob’s childhood is that his father named him “Jacob,” a name that in Hebrew means Liar. Can you imagine growing up with a name like this?
Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders
If I Were a Dad
On the other hand, I’ve considered these things for years, especially on this day that honors fathers. If I were a dad, here are 22 things I would want. Fathers, you are blessed and privileged. Live up to your calling today.
Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders
10 Manly Things Every Dad Should Teach His Son How To Do
I’m the proud father of 3 boys, ages 9, 11, & 17. And every day it’s increasingly clear in many ways that they are boys becoming men. I've learned some things about manly things every dad should teach his son from parenting my boys.
Articles for Children's Ministry Leaders
Dads and Daughters: What Dads of Daughters Wish They Could Do Differently
"Let’s be imitators of our King."
Articles for Pastors
6 Dads You Should Seek Out in Your Church
These six types of dads present at your church need some extra help in the parenting department. But who knows, God could end up using them to build your church.
Articles for Outreach & Missions
We’re Not Just God’s Servants, but Also His Children, Heirs and Friends
If we are “no longer” God’s slaves or servants, why does the Bible continue to refer to us as those in other places?