Daddy Dearest

           In the very first days they discovered the safety he provided.  From the very beginning they found a sense of calm when he cradled them in his arms.  As they grew they would smile when they saw him, they would turn their heads to look for him when they heard his voice.  As the years have passed they have cried out to him when they were hurt or yelled for him when they saw a bug that needed to be killed.  He is their dad and he has always provided safety. 

          He works hard for his family.  On days when he is under the weather, on days when their little hands are wrapped around his legs begging "please don't leave", on days when it is gorgeous out and it sure would be nice to skip work; even then he works.  When he comes home from the office his work isn't done.  He mows the lawn, builds pretend forts and throws the kids 'as high as the sky.' His back is tired, he would love nothing more than to sit but the smile they wear when he plays with them means far more than a tired back.  He is their dad and his job is never done. 

         He loves the Lord and more than anything else he wants to show His kids this love.  He wants his children to find that same love for the Lord.  He goes to church, he prays in front of his kids, and he tells them bible stories.  He is involved in ministries at church, he practices what he preaches, and he gives of himself and his possession's to those who have a need.  He is their dad and he shows them Jesus everyday through his very own actions. 

        Dad's you are special! We don't tell you enough just how important you are.  Thank you for the safety, sacrifices and love that you show us! You have such an important job.  Your sons will grow to be just like you, so live life well.  Your daughters will marry someone much like you, so live life well.  Remember the little eyes in your house.  You are their hero and those little eyes are watching not just what you say but how you live life. 

       Happy Father's Day to all the Wonderful dads out there!! This weekend let's take time to tell our dad's that we love them and how much they mean to us.  Let's also take time to pray for them.  Let's pray for them to be strong spiritual leaders!! Thanks be to God for the blessing of DAD'S!!!