Can my father lay a curse on me?

Question: Good evening, sir, I have a question. I have obeyed my father, which is my responsibility as his son. He usually cared for the house, providing everything when my mum was alive. Now that my mum is dead, he no longer takes care of the family; two 17-year-old children are now far away from the…

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A Father’s Helpful Words to His Son

by Gregory Roark “Now the days of David drew near that he should die, and he charged Solomon his son, saying: ‘I go the way of all the earth; be strong, therefore, and prove yourself a man. And keep the charge of the Lord your God: to walk in His ways, to keep His statutes,…

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Some Thoughts About Dad’s Day

by Max Dawson A man’s first priority should be to “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness” (Matthew 6:33). The meaning of that text is to let God reign in your life. Set Him as king in your heart. Seek His plan for making you the righteous person He wants you to be.…

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The Importance of Fathers

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Father’s Day

by Ray Warfel, Jr. Today is Father’s Day, so naturally, I’ll start by mentioning Mother’s Day. Last month, on Mother’s Day, in my Sunday sermon, I highlighted various moms. Moms from long ago, moms who are a blessing, moms who never had children, moms to children who are not their own, and moms who were…

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My Father’s Hands

by Fanning Yater Tant (1908-1988) written in the 1970s Not God. I am thinking of my own natural father, Jefferson Davis Tant. It is June 4, 1941. A few scores of us are gathered in the old auditorium of the Central Church of Christ, Cleburne, Texas. My father’s body lies in the casket before us.…

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What did the prodigal son’s father do?

Question: I am curious about the parable of the “prodigal son”, probably one of the best-known of all parables. Nothing is said about what the father does or does not do after his son leaves and goes to a far country. He seems very comfortable with giving his son his inheritance.  As many instances as…

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Honor Your Father

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A Word to Fathers

by Jefferson David Tant Men have some very important roles to fulfill in family life. There are quite a few passages in the Bible, both Old and New Testaments that mention their responsibilities. This article is focused on the relationship with their children that God has given fathers. One of the early passages on this…

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The Role of Fathers

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The Wisdom of a Father

https://www.lavistachurchofchrist.org/cms/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/WisdomOfAFather.mp3 by Jeffrey W. Hamilton Text: Proverbs 1:1-9   I.         The rise of feminism brought about a demotion of fatherhood             A.        In an attempt to prove the worth of woman, many felt the need to “prove” that men were worthless                         1.         We see the impact in society.                         2.         How many television shows show a well-meaning but bungling dad whom…

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A Passage To Ponder: Ephesians 6:1-4

by Ken Weliever In a 2014 sermon, Steve Malone asked “What do the following have in common?” 90% of homeless and runaway children 63% of youth who commit suicide 80% of all rapists 85% of children with behavioral problems 71% of all high school dropouts 75% of all teens in chemical abuse centers 85% of…

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A Father’s Gift

by Jefferson David Tant Fathers are often clueless about gift-giving for their children. That’s Mom’s job. But when we think of gifts, we usually think of material gifts—toys for toddlers, clothes, games, and sports equipment for teens. Or maybe the ultimate gift for a teen—a car! Many who are reading these words are prosperous by…

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Black Lives Matter Statement

by Jefferson David Tant There is much turmoil and violence taking place in our nation over the racial problems that have become prominent in recent months. The “Black Lives Matter” movement has taken a leading role in discussions, demonstrations, and even violence in many places, including the murder of a woman who said “All lives…

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Fathers

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Godly Fathers

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A Father’s Reply

by Dave Beckley Long ago, my husband wrote the following to one of our sons. To our many sons and daughters today, please read, for he longs the same for each of you. Joanne Beckley Dear son, Your letter was very revealing and open, a reflection of your honesty and confidence in us. We are…

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Where Is Your Dad?

by Kevin Sutton During the interview, the young man confessed to a crime that no doubt would send him to prison. I turned the recorder off, interview over, case solved, I had done my job. Even though I was certain that I knew the answer, I ask the young man anyway. I ask, “Son, where’s…

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Boys Do Better When Raised by a Traditional Family

Source: Graeme Paton, “Boys raised by traditional families ‘do better at school’,” The Telegraph, 3 January 2012 Source: Marianne Bertrand and Jessica Pan, “The Trouble with Boys: Social Influences and the Gender Gap in Disruptive Behavior,” National Bureau of Economic Research, No.17541, October 2011 A study has found that how a boy’s family is structured has a significant impact…

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Faithful Fathers

by David Thurman via Gospel Minutes, Vol. 56, No. 29, July 20, 2007 Our world seems to take delight in bashing men. It is not fashionable to be a man, a husband, or a father. As such, it is getting harder and harder to be a man, a husband, or a father. Fortunately, those of…

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Let’s Restore Father to His Place in the Family

by Tommy Thornhill The words training and admonition (nurture and admonition-KJV) in Ephesians 6:4, deal with two different thoughts. The training is a discipline by demonstration (action and example), while the admonition is a discipline by reason (using the word). A father teaches a child how to serve God, both by example and persuasion. A…

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Fathers Are Important

by Jeffrey W. Hamilton Text: Malachi 2:10-16   I.         Just how important are dads in a family?             A.        When our country’s welfare system was being developed, a rule was issued that if the father resided with the mother, benefits would be reduced or cut off.                         1.         The impact was predictable, the number of children living in fatherless homes…

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How do you handle a controlling father?

Question: What is the best way to help a family member (i.e. father) who proclaims to be a Christian (by the method of the AME) and continues to be of the world? The reason I ask is that his behavior is affecting the whole family and he is reluctant to discuss it (pride). He also…

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Real Men

by Randy Blackaby Real men are becoming a lost commodity. Men who know their role in the family, in society, and in the world are harder and harder to find. The feminist movement, which has entered its second generation, has failed utterly in its mission to liberate women but has caused many men to lose…

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Our Father in Heaven

by Jeffrey W. Hamilton Text: Luke 11:1-13   I.         God calls us to be His special people – II Corinthians 6:16-18             A.        If we will separate ourselves from the world, God will be our Father and we will be His sons and daughters             B.        Why did God pick the role of a father to describe His relationship with…

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Faithful Fathers

by Jeffrey W. Hamilton Text: Deuteronomy 8:1-10   I.         It is not arbitrarily that God is referred to as our Father and we His children             A.        After the wandering in the wilderness, God told them they endured hardship because He was treating as a father would treat his children.             B.        We can learn from God what is expected…

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