Five Bible Principles/How to Be a Good Father

"Where did I go wrong?"  This question tormented Michael, from South Africa.  As hard as he had tried to be a good father, every time he thought about his wayward 19-year-old  son, he wondered if he could have been a better parent.

In contrast, Terry, who lives in Spain, seems to have succeeded as a father.  His son, Andrew, says:  "Many of my earliest memories of my dad are of him reading to me, playing with me, and taking me on trips where he and I could time alone. He made learning fun."

Admittedly, it is not easy to be a good father.  But there are some basic principles  that can help. Many fathers have found that  they and their families benefit when they follow the wisdom found in the Bible. Let us consider some of the Bible's practical advice that can help fathers.

Next time: Five Bible Principles/How to Be a Good Father - 1. Make Time for Your Family

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