Extracted from The Maxwell Leadership Bible
Jesus answered his disciples' request for instruction on prayer by giving them a model we call "the Lords Prayer". In it, Jesus refers to God as "Father". On the heels of that prayer, He teaches about paternal leadership (Luke 11:5-13).
The wonderful father image suggests the strength and respect of a leader as well as the love and concern of a leader. Consider the ingredients of a healthy paternal leader in the home:
1. His pattern for the family
He is to set an example for everyone else, to be a model.
2. His provision for the family
He is to provide for others, insuring they have the resources they need.
3. His protection for the family
He is to keep them from harm's way and make sure they are safe and secure.
4. His prayer for the family
He is to pray for them to reach their potential and become all God intends them to be.
Comment:
A father is always a role model at home, provides, protects and prays for the family - a must for every day, even when a child is finally married and have their own children.
Our Father in heaven cares of us till the day we see Him in heaven. Praise God for His everlasting love.
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