Father's Day Sermon at Temple Baptist Church

Opening and Worship Songs

• Welcome and special mention of Father's Day.
• Guests asked to scan a QR code or fill out a card for their visit record.
• Congregational hymns
  • Hymn 667: "Who is on the Lord's Side"
  • Hymn 668: "Dare to be a Daniel"
  • Psalm 56 reading and prayer
  • Hymn 145: "My Father Planned It All"
  • Hymn 487: "Where He Leads Me"

Key Message Themes

Scripture Readings

• Psalm 56: David's plea for God's mercy amid daily oppression and his professions of trust in God.
• Psalm 23 and 34:8: Emphasized trust and reliance on God, "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want."

Importance of Father's Responsibility

• Fathers have immense responsibility: provider, teacher, protector, leader – reflections on these roles.
• Reference to Adam's responsibility in Genesis. Despite others' actions, Adam was accountable to God.
• Emphasis on men seeking God amid their responsibilities: strength, wisdom, grace, and discernment.
• Psalm 23: David trusted in the Lord amid his responsibilities and callings.

Sermon Points

1. Do Not Hinder Children from Knowing God

   • Reference: Matthew 19:13-15
   • Jesus rebuked disciples for preventing children from coming to Him; importance of guiding children to faith.
   • Emphasis on teaching, training, and disciplining children in the ways of the Lord (Ephesians 6:4).
   • Fathers are accountable for children's spiritual guidance.
   • Society's distractions vs. God's expectations.

2. Hinder Focus on Temporal Treasures

   • Reference: Matthew 19:16-22 (Rich Young Ruler)
   • Story of the rich young ruler highlights the danger of prioritizing temporal wealth over spiritual commitment.
   • Explanation of how material treasures and societal success can distract fathers from their primary duty to God and family.
   • Emphasis on following God fully without letting material wealth overshadow spiritual life.
   • Trust in God should be paramount, with faith and obedience over temporal gains.

3. Commitment to Teaching and Exemplifying God's Word

   • Fathers need to model religious commitment and ensure God's word is preeminent in their homes.
   • Encouragement for dads to live faithfully as responsible leaders for their families.

Final Message

• Recognition of the difficulties and pressures fathers face, akin to David's own trials and continuous return to God for help.
• Encouragement for fathers to continuously repent, rely on God, and be faithful in their roles.
• Understanding that all actions and leadership are accountable to God.
• Dads are challenged to align fully with God’s word, seeking His strength and guidance for their roles. Be diligent doers of God’s word (James 1:22).

Closing Prayer and Reflections

• Prayed for wisdom, grace, and strength for fathers to fulfill their God-given roles.
• Encouraged dads to align their lives with God's expectations, avoiding distractions that hinder their spiritual responsibilities.

Closing Hymn and Dismissal

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