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Fathers Day

Fathers Day
Fathers Day (grayscale)

Scripture

Testament: New Testament

Book: Ephesians

Chapter: 6

Lectionary

Year: Occasional Bulletins

Season: Occasional Bulletins

Week: Fathers Day

Church bulletins by Ronn Kerr

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Lectionary Meaning

Theological Focus

Fathers Day provides a moment to reflect on the nurturing, guiding, and protective aspects of fatherhood as a reflection of God’s own character. It is a day to honor those who have modeled strength and tenderness, while also acknowledging the diverse ways paternal care is expressed in our families and communities. It is a time for both celebration and healing.

Scriptural Connection

The instructions in Ephesians 6 call for a model of fatherhood that avoids provocation and instead focuses on the 'discipline and instruction of the Lord.' This scriptural mandate shifts the focus from power to stewardship, encouraging fathers to lead with a spirit of gentleness. It reminds us that the goal of parental guidance is to foster a child’s own relationship with the Heavenly Father.

Sermon Ideas

Preach on the 'Fatherhood of God' as the ultimate archetype for all earthly relationships. Address the complexities of the day with pastoral sensitivity, acknowledging those for whom the day is difficult. Encourage the men of the congregation to see their role as one of sacrificial service, mirroring the way Christ loves and cares for his body, the church.