A call for fathers

This letter is aimed for fathers and a plea for actions. There is a very critical need in this defining time for fathers who are not deeply involved in their children’s life.

A father’s involvement has always been needed, but sadly it is lacking and children have been left to be raised and cared for by struggling mothers who do the best they can.

I speak from experience in my own family circle and from experience of close friends and the children themselves. Their expressed concerns, their desires, their questions and their cries for the love and involvement with their fathers.

Some of these children question on why, and the answers and thoughts are concerning and have touched me with deep emotions. Since I heard their comments I ask these questions:

Fathers do you understand your roll as a father? And do you care enough to make every effort and sacrifice to be deeply involved in your children’s life?

Too many children whose fathers are absent not only want their father in their lives but some reveal negative thoughts about life in general. Some are experiencing behavior trouble, relational trouble, criminal behavior, drug and alcohol abuse and the inability to adjust in this fast-pace world. The cries of this generation are real. Many of their concerns, I believe, is found in the breakdown of a healthy meaning relationship with fathers that were suppose to be part of their lives.

When fathers turn their backs, children are detached from what is vital important to their development and growth as a person.

Fathers, in the midst of the race of life your children need you. Help them to foster a balance, self-disciplined life that will be a lot healthier for them as they grow up.

Children spell love-TIME And it all comes packaged up in a gift called YOU. Children need heavy doses of you every day. Take some time to give your all.

Being a father is a honor, a blessing and a calling. In Ephesians 4:1 Paul told the believers in Ephesus to live a life worthy of the calling they received. Fathers, will you accept your roll as your calling and be worthy and thankful of your Godly roll?

L.C. Hughes

Valdosta

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