Paul made a bold statement in the passage above. It speaks to both fathers and children.

Children must live securely in their identity and position, knowing they are not an accident of birth. They didn’t just happen; there is a source. It is important to acknowledge your source and follow the footsteps in the light of the scriptures.

And as the cycle of life goes, a child will later on become a father.

So, who then is a father?

Father means a begetter, the one who gives life; the Source. Therefore, it is required that a man serve as the leader in the home by being a valiant pursuer and initiator. It’s in his DNA.

He must never give up or resign himself to a position of impotence! He is the Seed-Bearer. Remember, his sperm is the source of all living!

It is also required in true and responsible fathering that the Dad does not defer parenting solely to his help-meet, the wife. They should work side by side to instruct and groom. The father should model the acts and the predicted outcome.

Children need their fathers’ presence more than their presents!

He must never see his wife as a competitor or subordinate but as a companion and equal partner in raising a godly home. The man should rest secure in his role as the ‘ultimate role model,’ one that children look up to and aspire to be like. What a huge responsibility!
(1 Corinthians 4:16 – Therefore I urge you to imitate me)

When men focus on their responsibility of developing godly character and modeling Christ, they will be fathers indeed and not just guardians.

Fathers are not just guardians, they walk the path and show the way!

Now, may the Lord please give the earth the gift of true fathers!