A Father's Present
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This document discusses the importance of a father's presence for their children. It begins by defining the homonym "present" and its different meanings. The main points are: - The best gift a father can give is their presence, not just being physically present but engaged. - A father can demonstrate presence through being involved in four key areas: worship, relationships, stewardship, and leadership. - When fathers are truly present, it leads to better outcomes for children in academics, emotional well-being, and future relationships. The message is that a father's presence is more valuable than any present.
A Father's Present
- 1. A Fathers Present Terry-Ann Alleyne June 20, 2020
- 2. Homonyms The word present is a homonym Homonyms - two or more words that have the same spelling and pronunciation, but the meanings are different.
- 3. Present: Adjective describing word, tells about the state or existence of a noun/pronoun. E.g. The teacher is present. Noun the name of people, animal, place or thing, e.g. we are living in the present time Verb is an action word, e.g. gift, or to give
- 4. The Greatest Want of the World The greatest want of the world is the want of menmen who will not be bought or sold, men who in their inmost souls are true and honest, men who do not fear to call sin by its right name, men whose conscience is as true to duty as the needle to the pole, men who will stand for the right though the heavens fall. Ellen G. White, Education p57
- 5. The Best Present These are the qualities of the men that we need to be present in our families today The best present that a father can give to his child/children is his presence One of the greatest problems facing a lot of our families today is DNA DNA Daddy Not Available! (Absent, uninvolved)
- 6. HOW CAN A FATHER DEMONSTRATE PRESENCE?
- 7. Demonstrating Presence You can demonstrate presence by being present (Living in the house) You can be present but doesnt show any presence! You can be present but doesnt add any value, not effective etc.
- 8. How can a father be truly present? Four SHIPS
- 9. Be present at WORSHIP Pray for and with your children/family. A family that prays together stays together
- 10. Be present in your RELATIONSHIP Have a healthy relationship with your spouse and children, play with them, give them attention, show them love and affection.
- 11. Be present in your RELATIONSHIP There is a difference between telling someone you love them and showing someone you love them. Action speaks louder than words!
- 12. Be present in STEWARDSHIP Model good use of resources: Talent Time Treasure Temple
- 13. Be present in LEADERSHIP For I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the LORD, to do justice and judgment; Gen 18:19
- 14. Be present in LEADERSHIP Speak up let your voice be heard! Children are looking for direction, affirmation Shut up know when to stop talking, and start listening Lead by example!
- 15. Be present in LEADERSHIP Be the example of a man you would want your son to be, and the example man you would want your daughter to marry! When a father is present, it makes a difference! Children will follow in their footsteps
- 16. When Fathers are PRESENT Better academic performances Better emotional well-being Better homes Better churches Better society
- 17. A good father knows how to give good gifts to their children. Your presents will last for a little while But your presence will last for a lifetime! When Fathers are PRESENT
- 18. Fathers, you are a present, but you must be present! You are a gift, but you must be in attendance! When Fathers are PRESENT
- 19. The End!