Ordinary Dads

Father’s Day inspires stories of famous and heroic fathers with whom you may not identify. You say, “What about ordinary guys like me?” Let me tell you about a man in the Bible named Isaac. Isaac lived in the shadow of his far more famous father,...

A Step Father’s Influence

Many men today find themselves in the role of step-father. Being a step-father is challenging; but, at the same time, it can be one of the highest callings a man can have. It’s the opportunity to shape a life brought to you by God rather than through birth....

Father of a Multitude

Abraham is one of the most famous men in history. His name means “father of a multitude” and three major religions, Christianity, Judaism and Islam, claim him as their spiritual father. Now I would not lift Abraham up as the perfect parent, for he made his...

The Right Kind of Father

Father’s Day is a time for all of us who are fathers to consider what it means to be the right kind of father. The Bible extols the benefits of parental counsel. In the Book of Proverbs it says, My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your...

The Meaning of Sacrifice

Bookstores are full of self-help books on many subjects; however, you probably won’t find too many books on how to be ready to sacrifice. But that’s the skill Jesus wants his followers to develop. He said, “Whoever wants to become great among you...