Tribute To Fathers

GOD be thanked for fathers* who fulfill their roles wholeheartedly despite crises and hardships that challenge them rigorously prioritizing His kingdom and His righteousness diligently saying “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord” gladly. Faithfully leading the home with prayer fervently Abounding in the Lord’s love in building home authoritatively Teaching children to trust Christ and acknowledge Him sincerely Head of the family, exemplifying humility truthfully Earnestly providing for the household effectively Ruling with Bible principles steadfastly Securing welfare and future of next generation diligently. Indeed, the Almighty be honoured for fathers constantly testifying about goodness of the Saviour while in His will always staying… With the mercy of God they are receiving while sharing they show their concern by their compassionate caring. Learning and teaching God's Word for children’s training they disciple toward holiness against sinning. In guiding others to fear the Creator Who is all-knowing they share the Gospel, winning souls; in the ministry, continuing. Appreciating the Saviour for His bountiful blessing they direct homes toward worshipful and praising. Dear Fathers, we salute you this Fathers’ Day, celebrated triumphantly as we commend you and your involvement in our church willingly being courageous frontliners and stewards of your family… May you keep up the good work by the grace of God dutifully resolved to declare, “Follow me as I follow Christ obediently.” *Ephesians 6:4 And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. **This is a "collaborative" piece with my students in our Bible School's "Writing for Ministry Purposes" featuring an Ode with acrostic, couplet, didactic and rhyme forms. June 20, 2021