“The major dysfunction in this family was supernaturally charged by open doors that spanned several generations and had ultimately enjoyed a long, free reign over them," in Chapter 7 of "Supernaturally Dysfunctional."
The roots of this chapter are embedded and stem from a devastatingly sick, selfish, and unrepentant heart. It has been steeped in a lifetime of sin and obvious generations of bloodline curses.
As a parent myself, this chapter was EXTREMELY difficult to write. It evoked an overwhelming feeling of helplessness, anger, and mind-numbing disbelief.
It is hard to understand how one who was meant to love and protect a child could induce irreparable harm instead. Needless to say, this very human description of events that unfolded in Chapter 7, unquestionably describes a personal view of this type of monster…as well as the incredibly long, rocky road of forgiveness.
The series of events as presented in the book, “Supernaturally Dysfunctional” are true. Factual. Lives were drastically altered, faith divinely tested and or continually questioned. Throughout the book, the reader will most likely notice the vulnerability of its author. More than that, it is her personal prayer that every reader will be able to sense the ongoing theme of hope deeply interwoven with purposeful intention.
Though we acknowledge the horrific sin as the basis for Chapter 7, we will give it no further mention. Think of it as a break from a majorly heavy topic that sincerely rocks us to the very core of our being.
Instead, the focus will be on the heartfelt descriptive characteristics indicative of a real father. One deserving of such a title.
A father is the protector of his children. It is his earthly job to ensure that his children feel safe and unconditionally loved at all times. A good father spends quality time with his family. He is appropriately affectionate with his children, is compassionate, empathetic and always dependable. A good father is a provider, teacher and often times a child’s very first hero. He is respectful and faithful to the mother of his children. A good father is a pillar of strength, integrity, support, and joy to his entire family.
But the BEST father of all is one who follows the Lord, striving to emulate the love God has for His children. A man longing to be more like his heavenly Father.
Proverbs 13:12 (NIV) explains that “Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.”
As our heavenly Father continues to do on a daily basis, an earthly father should always instill love and hope into his children. Without hope, the heart becomes sick. God is the perfect father-figure to be emulated.
Philippians 4:8 (NIV), “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” The stresses of this world often cause us to shift the focus off of the Lord and His plans for us. We don’t act as if everything is perfectly going our way at all times, especially when it isn’t. We do, however, strive to be more like our heavenly Father, believing every promise He’s given us in the Bible. So, let’s make a conscious effort to focus on Philippians 4:8 instead. Let’s believe what He says in His Word because we know His Word is ALWAYS true.
And finally, I leave you with a quote from Proverbs 14:27 (NIV); “The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, turning a man from the snares of death.”
**Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for blessing the reader of today’s excerpt with your divine peace, wisdom and longing to be more like you. Thank you for allowing us a glimpse of your love for us as we simply love and nurture our own children. It’s the little things, Lord, that often bring happy tears to our eyes as we watch them grow, laugh, and pursue their dreams. We know that our children, our families, are direct blessings from you because you love us. We know every good and perfect thing comes directly from you, and that includes our families. We thank you, Lord, for every single member of our family. We thank you for a lifetime of love and laughter while on this earth. We loose a hedge of protection and an army of angels around your little ones this day, Lord. Thank you that you said you’d never leave them nor forsake them. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.**
Matthew 18:20 (NIV), “For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”
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