We all learn things from our fathers and grandfathers (and perhaps step-dads and step-granddads as well) that, in some ways, are hard to identify. After all, how well do we know where any particular ability or bit of knowledge we possess came from originally? But there are also certain activities, skills, or insights that we all know came from these men in our lives. So I thought it would be fun today to share with each other what our fathers have meant to us by identifying the things they taught us.Bible references: Deuteronomy 6:1-25, Psalm 1:1-3, Proverbs 1:8, Matthew 3:13-17, Matthew 7:7-12, Matthew 22:36-40, Ephesians 6:1-4, 1 Timothy 3:1-13, 1 Timothy 5:8, 1 Peter 5:1-4
Links:
Responsibilities of Fatherhood (Bible.org)
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In addition to what I shared on air, I also learned the following:
- You really CAN go your entire life without using the f-word.
- Sometimes a woman just needs something pretty. If this is one of those times, spend the money.
- A wife is fully capable of running the house. Don't get in her way.
- There are some things in your past that should NOT be shared with your kids, especially if they might try to out-do you in that area.
- Beauty is only skin deep, but stupid goes clear to the bone.
- Everyone deserves a second chance, and sometimes a third or fourth. Give it to them.
- Some battles are worth fighting, even if you believe you can't win them.
- Handouts are for those who can't work, not for those who won't.
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