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Men Of Integrity: Fathering
Topic Started: Jun 17 2012, 06:54 AM (94 Views)
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FATHERING: Mr. Consistency
By Ken Canfield

Key Bible Verse: Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it. PROVERBS 22:6

Bonus Reading: Proverbs 22:13-26; Ephesians 6:4

When a child of a consistent father interacts with his dad, the child knows what to expect. There are few surprises and no scares.

A consistent father governs his moods. He is not affectionate one minute and angry the next, with no reason for the sudden mood swing. Inconsistent fathers are emotionally erratic. Years later, their children will stand up and confess, often through tears, "Whenever I approached my dad, I had no idea whether he was going to hug me or belt me."

A consistent father also governs his behavior. His children can count on his always being their father, always coming back home. Children of an inconsistent dad live with the threatening sense that their father's bags are packed and waiting by the door.

He also governs his behavior by practicing what he preaches. When he makes a promise, his children can count on his keeping it.

He also practices what he preaches by being consistent in his moral behavior. He avoids hypocrisy at all costs.

—Ken Canfield
executive directory, National Center for Fathering

Personal Challenge
What excuses have you made for your unpredictable behavior?

Thought to Apply
Where a man belongs is up early and alone with God seeking vision and direction for his family.
—John Piper (pastor and author)

http://www.christianitytoday.com/holidays/father/features/consistency.html
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Ah! Was this good or what! Thank you for an awesome teaching this morning.
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