A Father’s Legacy

Opening Statement
Earthly fathers should model ourselves after the legacy of our heavenly Father. What are the most important things for us to know?

Ephesians 6:4

Point 1
A father’s responsibilities:

1. To love and care for his children | Psalm 103:13
2. To instruct his children | Psalm 78:2–8
3. To discipline his children | Proverbs 13:24, Hebrews 12:5–11

Point 2
A father’s rights:

1. To be honored | Exodus 20:12
2. To be obeyed | Colossians 3:20

Point 3
A father’s joy is to have a child who grows to be both righteous and wise.

Proverbs 23:24

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