Fathers, introduce your kids to your world. Regardless of what it is you do.
My Dad who was a cashier at a $.99 cent store in Inglewood, California would invite me to see his world.
They were some of my favorite memories with my Dad.
Future looks bright!
A dad can lose friends. He can be misunderstood by his own family. He can carry the weight of criticism and still sleep just fine at night.
Why?
Because his mission isn’t to be liked by the crowd. His mission is to be respected, trusted, and loved by the most important audience in his life.
His children.
One day, those kids will look back and realize why Dad said ‘no’ when everyone else said ‘yes.’ Why he stood his ground when it would’ve been easier to bend. Why he took the long road, even when the short one looked tempting.
A father success isn’t measured by applause.
It’s measured by who his children become.
By how much they seek his company when they no longer need him.
And by the grandchildren who carry his legacy forward.
When things are moving very fast and people are losing their minds, it’s important to stay grounded. Turn off your phone, read scripture, spend time with friends, and remember internet fury is not real life. It’s going to be ok.