Fatherhood was entirely God's idea, and it is a beautiful gift designed to provide structural security, direction, and strength to our families. Continuing our series, Shaila Joseph looks at Luke 15 to map out the foundational markers of a father's heart.
Rather than focusing on a heavy list of rules, this message highlights the beautiful intersection of Spiritual Guidance and real life.
Open the Full Message
Whether you are a biological dad, a spiritual mentor, or someone getting through a complicated family season, this sermon offers an incredibly refreshing perspective on your true identity. Shaila pairs these biblical keys with her own deeply moving personal history of finding hope and anchoring her Faith Journey in the unfailing love of God.
Ready to stop trying to fix things in your own strength and put the Kingdom First? Watch or listen to the full, inspiring message above.
What this means for you
In Luke 15 we see a father who waits, watches and runs. When his son comes home after wasting everything, the father does not shout at him. He runs to him, hugs him and throws a party. Jesus told this story to show us what our Father in heaven is like.
Some of us did not have a good father. That can leave deep wounds. But God can be the Father you never had. Psalm 68:5 calls Him a father to the fatherless. And He can heal your heart and teach you how to love your own family well.
Whether you are a dad, a grandad, an uncle, a mentor or a spiritual father or mother in the church, you can show people what God is like. Be there. Listen. Forgive. Pray for the next generation and walk with them.
Questions to think about
What did you learn about God from your own father, good or bad?
Who in your life needs you to be a father figure or a mentor?
Where do you need to let God father you right now?
Watch or Listen Now
