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Practical Ways Fathers Can Connect With Their Children

by Frank Walton

 

"Train up a child in the way he should go, And when he is old he will not depart from it"
(Prov. 22:6).

Taking home leadership seriously according to the teaching of the scripture will "turn the hearts of the fathers to the children" (Luke 1:17). Busy dads, who want to be the spiritual leader with their children, as God requires, (Eph. 6:4), are always looking for ways to grow closer to their families. "Give me your heart, my son, and let your eyes delight in my ways" (Prov. 23:26). We want to lovingly connect to their heart, so we can leave a legacy to positively influence their lives, even when we are gone.

John Trent observed, "Sometimes we think we need tons of time to make this connection — like regular nights out with each child or weekend camping trips with just Dad and the kids. Dates and camping trips are nice, but it's actually the little things — done over time and with a loving heart — that lovingly connect with kids."

Let us note five ways that fathers can "connect" with their kids:

1. Daily Life Conversation: In Deuteronomy 6, Moses commanded fathers to lay God's Word on their heart and talk with their children "when you sit in your house and when you walk by the way" (vs. 7). When you spend time with your kids, whether it is driving to church, at the dinner table, playing catch or shooting hoops, along the way ask questions like: "What's going on in your Bible class?" "What's the best thing (and worst thing) about school these days?" "What would your dream vacation with the family be like?" Time together offers just enough distraction for kids to open up about issues on their mind.

2. Be A "Mail Man": In the Old Testament, Jewish fathers, before death, would lovingly lay their hands on their child and given a "blessing." This was pronouncing a vision of the child's future hope and promise (Gen. 27,48,49). Write some letters to put in a child's "memory book" that express your hopes and dreams for what kind of person you pray they will become. Lovingly express your praise and admonitions for their life. When you're out of town, send them postcards with a loving message.

3. Serve Up Love: Moses said that fathers should talk to their children about Biblical principles, "when you lie down and when you rise up" (Deut. 6:7). Bedtime rituals like discussing the day's activities or reading together and praying together, give fathers a chance to connect with each child. Ask a simple question like, "How did things go today?" Tell them one good thing you appreciate that they did that day. It might extend bedtime by a few minutes, but like dimes adding up to dollars, investing in these moments can create a lifetime of closer connection.

4. Team Up: Young people need to learn the value of work. "Go to the ant, O sluggard; watch what they do and be wise”
 
(Prov. 6:9). Pick chores around the house to do together with your child. The work gets done faster and, more importantly, your children will learn your work ethic.

5. Keep Watch: Pray with your children, as well as pray regularly for them. Christians are admonished to be "steadfast in prayer" (Rom. 12:12). Samson's father, Menoah, prayed, "Lord…teach us what we should do for the child" (Jdgs. 13:8) Prayers said at breakfast or supper table, or before they go to school or to bed, shows we rely on God foremost and that our children are special. Family prayers together help us show them our heart. It will influence them to draw closer to and depend upon God daily.

Fathers, it is best to begin early in connecting with your children, rather than trying to play catch up. Here is the legacy of a "well-connected" dad: "Hear, my son, and accept my sayings. I have directed you in the way of wisdom; I have led you in upright paths. When you walk, your steps will not be impeded; and if you run, your will not stumble" (Prov. 4:10-12).

 

 

 

  Other Articles by Frank Walton
Someone Cares
Getting Older
The Yearning for Immortality

Before the Foot Hits the Floor

The Arrows of God's Wrath




 


 

The Northern Virginia Bible Study
Feb 25, 28 and March 1

The Apostles and the Local Church

Studies led by Larry Rouse

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Lesson 2 - The Local Church and the Words of the Apostles
Lesson 2 - The Local Church and the Words of the Apostles (With Full Scriptures Printed)

Lesson 3 - What Is the Place and Purpose of the Contribution

Lesson 3 - What Is the Place and Purpose of the Contribution (With Full Scriptures Printed)

Lesson 4 - How Do the Apostles Words Instruct Us Concerning Doctrinal Differences?
Lesson 4 - How do the Apostles Words Instruct Us Concerning Doctrinal Differences? (With Full Scriptures Printed)

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A Friendly Discussion on Mormonism

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February 17, 2011


 

Monthly Bible Study in Lagrange
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Overcoming the Present Apostasy by Larry Rouse

 

Saturday October 9, 2010


9:30 AM
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Saturday December 11, 2010

9:30 AM - How Do We View the World?

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Overcoming the Present Apostasy

Sermon Series by Larry Rouse

Piscataway, NJ Nov 20-22, 2009

 

 

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Lesson1 - How Do We View the Bible?

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Saturday Night 7:30

Lesson 2 - How do we View the World?

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Sunday Morning 9:15
Lesson 3 - How do we View God's Order for Leadership?

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Sunday Morning 10:00
Lesson 4 - How Do We View the Local Church?

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Sunday Morning 11:00
Lesson 5 - How Do We View God's Instruction on Fellowship

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