Best Gifts For Father Day

Are you looking for the best gifts for Father’s Day? There are some amazing gifts to be found. This is an awesome way to remember your Father.

Father’s Day

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First let’s talk about What is a Father? A father does not necessarily have to be a biological father. It could possibly be a stepfather, a single father, an Uncle, a brother, or possibly a father from adoption. What father figure have you had in your life? A biblical definition of a father is as follows according to manhoodjourney.org:

A. Accepting Your Children

Romans 8:14-16 For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God. The Spirit you received does not make you slaves so that you live in fear again; rather the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to son ship And by him we cry, “Abba Father, The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children.

B. Setting the Right Example

Leviticus 11:45 He is Holy: For I am the Lord that bringeth you up out of the land of Egypt, to be your God: Ye shall therefore be holy, for I am holy. 1 Peter 1:15-16 But Just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do for it is written. “Be holy because I am holy."

C. Love Without Limits

1 John 3:1 We know love by this, that he laid down his life for us-and we ought to lay down our lives for one another.

D. Discipline Well

Proverbs 13:24 Whoever spares the rod hates their children, but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline them.

E. Being Your Family’s Provider

1 Timothy 5:8 Anyone who does not provide for their relatives, and especially for their own household, has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

F. Nurture Strong Connections

Romans 8:15 The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to son-ship. And by him we cry, “Abba, Father.”

Origination of Father’s Day

History.com talks about the origination of Father’s Day. Although on July 5,1908, A West Virginia church sponsored the nation’s first event honoring fathers, Washington State celebrated the nation’s first statewide Father’s Day on June 19, 1910.

Favorite Meal:

You might want to treat your Father to his favorite home-cooked meal. Still you might want to treat him by taking him out to dinner. He may enjoy the food and the conversation.

Barbecue:

Does your father like barbecue? Who doesn’t like barbecue. Have a barbecue in your backyard. Maybe some of your siblings can bring side dishes to go along with the barbecue.

Movie:

Although sense COVID several movie theaters are closed. There are still those that go to the movies. Possibly take your father to see his favorite picture. If he loves Westerns, take him to see a good Western. Maybe he likes old movies. You might want to watch a good Clint Eastwood movie.

Car Show

Men love their toys. What about a car show?

Shopping:

Does your dad like to shop? Have you considered taking him shopping. You might not necessarily shop for clothing, but shop for things that he might like such as bowling accessories. Maybe your father is a die-hard hunter or fisherman. Take him to the gun shop or the bait and tackle shop. You might not know what to get him, but just let him pick out the things he likes. I am sure he will find many things.

DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Project

Does your dad practically live at Home Depo? Possibly he is always fixing things around the house and starting different projects. Well why not take him to Home Depo and let him shop there. They say work is never done when it comes to a house.

Baseball or Football:

Is your father a baseball or football fan? What about taking him to a live game? That should prove interesting for the both of you.

Basketball:

Why not play a few basketball games with your father; One-on-one. Maybe make it a family thing. The entire family playing basketball with Dad. Possibly the men against the women. This might go over well if your father is very competitive.

Bowling:

If your father is a die-hard bowler, take him bowling. He should definitely love that.

Ask Him:

Ask your father what would he like to do for Father’s Day. Maybe he does not want to do anything, but then again he might surprise you by actually telling you some things you may have not thought of. You never know until you ask.

Surprise Party

How about a surprise party for your father on Father’s Day.

Trip

Is there a city possibly that your father has always wanted to visit? Possibly there is a city that he loves and would like to see.  Possibly surprise him by taking him there for a day or the weekend. You might do some sight seeing while you are there. It will be great to keep moving and to keep your father moving. That is some of the best exercise there is.

I have discovered a few more fascinating Father’s Day gifts and they are as follows:

1.  Father Day Throw Blanket with Photo Text  -Found at Amazon.com

This is just awesome, because you can personalize it to your own liking. The Throw blanket is nice and large and roomy.

  2.  Dad's Personalized T-Shirt- Found at Amazon.com

Personalized Shirt for Grandpa or Dad with Kids names on it. The great thing about this shirt is the personalization makes it so much better.

3.   Father’s Day Birthday Key Chain-Found at Amazon.com

The great thing about this is whenever your father uses the key chain it will be a remembrance that you gave this to him.

4. Funny Socks- Found at Amazon.com 

 

Everyone likes to have a good laugh. This is one way to do so.

 

Sources:

What Is the Biblical Definition of a Father?

 

Father’s Day 2023

 

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There Is Power in a Father’s Word

Father and Mother are important in a child’s life. Sometimes a single mother or father might be what a child has, possibly because of divorce or other circumstances. Have your given thought to the importance of a father’s words.

Something to Think About. . .

***Intentional**

1. Father Speak Life Over Your Children

Did you know that a father’s words can speak life over their children? Do you tell your children often that you love them and that you are proud of them? Do you shower your children with praises and tell them how important they are? Do you ask your children questions about their day and learn to listen to them and hear their hearts? Thinke.org/blog talks about this very thing? As an adult can you think back regarding your father? Did your father do any of these things?

I can recall as a very young child I would become very angry with friends. The strongest word I had when I was angry was, “I hate you.” I would tell my father I hated by friend when I was angry. My father’s response was very surprising to me. He always seemed to have a calm stern demeanor. He would respond to me and say, “Now Betty you do not mean that.” I sure thought I meant it at the time. His demeanor along with his words seemed to have a calming effect on me.

Thinke.org/blog further adds that father’s need to realize God have given them the high and holy responsibility of raising their children.

2. Kind Words Vs. Hurtful Words

Kinds words just kind of give you the warm fuzzies all over when you hear them and much of children’s confidence is hanging in the balance of a father’s words. Kind words can help build your child’s confidence. Whereas, hurtful words can destroy in an instant what took a life-time to build up. This is mentioned at goodmenproject.com.

3. Father’s Do You Know How to Connect with Your Daughters?

Did you know that some fathers do not know how to connect with their daughters? Could that be you? Have you considered that the father and daughter connection is one of the first connections a daughter has with a male and may determine her future interactions with other male figures in her life? A positive father-daughter relationship can foster a sense of security and self-worth in the daughter, leading to better mental health outcomes. Brparents.com talks about this. They further add that fathers need to be involved in the beginning of their children’s lives and by being there each step of the way they can nourish and protect their children.

4. A Few Powerful Phrases for Fathers to Tell Their Daughters

a. I love you

b. I appreciate you

c. I am proud of you

d. I love you unconditionally

e. I believe in you

f. You are thoughtful

5. Your Daughter Is Like a Plant

Father’s did you know that your daughter is like a plant that needs you to water her heart consistently and regularly? Fathers.com talks about daughters living in an environment with conditions that can threaten her ability to thrive. They further add that a daughter sometimes can be delicate and if a father looks away for too long, she may quickly curl in, wither, and wilt.

6. Father’s Words a Blessing

Did you know that a father’s words can be a gift and a blessing as well? According to scepterpublishers.org., the father confirms the child’s identity, assuring them that they have the right to exist and the right to be whoever they are. They further add that a fatherly blessing is of great importance, because the child who receives the blessing of her father feels loved as he is, has confidence in herself, can confront life with courage and audacity, and can take risks and make decisions.

7. Your Child’s Development

Did you know that a father’s words can influence the child’s development. God’s word clearly indicates that men-fathers- bring power to the parenting relationship. The woman brings life, and the father brings strength. There will be days when a mother brings strength to things, and there will be days when a man brings life. This is talked about at focusonthe family.com. I agree. Even though my father and mother never married as I think back I can see instances where my mother was really strong. I can also see instances even though my father was quiet he could be strong and he meant what he said. When he spoke I knew that he meant it. He could do so in a stearn voice without raising his voice. I would not question that either.

8. Father’s Do Not Provoke Your Children

Ephesians 6:4 Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. This is important because some fathers may tend to have little patience and even though they may be in the house they may be emotionally unavailable to their children. Father’s must be intentional and focused and careful of their words to their children. As a young woman looks at a young man she may be seeing does this young man have any of the character that she sees in her father. Think about it. When a child is first born, oft-time the first male face she may see is her father.

I remember when my one daughter's was born my baby did not cry. My husband picked her up and all I could here was. “She is so beautiful.” So I said, “ I want to see her, bring her to me.” I did not know at that time that all babies do not cry when born. As my husband talked to her she just looked and said nothing. She looked as if she understood everything he was saying to her. She was very alert and wide-eyed.

So men remember your words are important. Remember as long as you and your children are still living it is never too late to be intentional with your words to your children.

 

Source:

Dad Your Words are Powerful

 

The Power of a Father's Words

 

Father-Daughter Bonds: How Our Dads Shape Our Lives

 

The Plants Deteriorated Fast

 

The Gift of Fatherhood and a Father’s Blessing

 

The Power and Importance of a Father’s Role in Child Development

 

 

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What is a Daddy?

A Daddy is very important to the family, just as the mother is. Many young girls are looking at their father to discover the type of man they want to marry.

My Daddy

The Daddy is important to the daughter and to the son. How many times have you heard a young man say, “My daddy was not there for me or I did not know who my daddy was.” Some may call their daddy dad, pops, or father.  Then others may have had a daddy, but had no relationship with their daddy.

Moral Compass

I recall my husband, who is a Viet Nam Veteran sharing with me that he was a Points Man in the army. He explained the Points Man would go ahead of his battalion to scout out any enemies or disasters that may be ahead of them. Someone has said that the father is like a Points Man or a moral compass for his family. He is always looking out for his family's well-being. He is a protector or a fixer. God has designed him that way. I recall one Father's Day my Pastor asked several men to come before the congregation and share about their fathers. Unfortunately, there was one that stated he honestly did not have any fond memories of his father, only negative ones. That was so sad to hear.

Importance

According to Dr. Gail Gross, Huffingtonpost.com girls tend to look for men that have characters like their fathers and boys tend to emulate their fathers. I have seen those that have said, “ I am nothing like my father or I do not want to be like that man.” In reality though there may be some characteristics where they are just like their father whether they like it or not. I recall that we did not have a car when I lived with my father and grandmother, but I remember catching the bus with him to go to the Carnival. I loved to go to the carnival. My father worked as a Porter at the train station in Gary, Indiana. I always loved to ride the train, it had a distinct smell that I really cannot describe.

Church

Although my father nor my grandmother attended church, I discovered that my neighbors went to church every Sunday. My father allowed me to go with them. I wanted to know about God and what church was about. I started praying and asking God for what I wanted at a very young age. My father was kind and soft spoken, I had never heard him raise his voice, even when my mother would fuss at him often. Even when he punished me with a small tap on my legs, he always sat me down and explained why beforehand. He always let me know there was a consequence for my action.

Mentor

A Daddy may be a mentor or not necessarily the biological father. While a mother is important, it is equally important for the father to take time with his daughters and his sons. I recall a young man telling me how much he respected his father and made it a point to not curse in front of his father out of respect. He pointed out that he was from a large family and that his father took time with him and his brothers to take them fishing and teach them to hunt. He proudly said that because of that he was an expert shooter.

Think about your father. Can you find any pleasant memories about him?

Happy Father's Day to Fathers  and to the single mothers that have been father and mother to their children.

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The Important Role of Dad, Dr. Gail Gross

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 Happy Fathers Day to Fathers  and to the single mothers that have been father and mother to their children.

MY DADDY

A Daddy is very important to the family, just as the mother is. Many young girls are looking at their father to discover the type of man they want to marry.

The Daddy is important to the daughter and to the son. How many times have you heard a young man say, “My daddy was not there for me or I did not know who my daddy was.” Some may call their daddy dad, pops, or father. Then others may have had a daddy, but had no relationship with their daddy.

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1. Moral Compass

I recall my husband, who is a Viet Nam Veteran sharing with me that he was a Points Man in the army. He explained the Points Man would go ahead of his battalion to scout out any enemies or disasters that may be ahead of them. Someone has said that the father is like a Points Man or a moral compass for his family. He is always looking out for his family's well-being. He is a protector or a fixer. God has designed him that way. I recall one Father's Day my Pastor asked several men to come before the congregation and share about their fathers. Unfortunately, there was one that stated he honestly did not have any fond memories of his father, only negative ones. That was so sad to hear.

2. Importance

According to Dr.Gail Gross, Huffingtonpost.com girls tend to look for men that have characters like their fathers and boys tend to emulate their fathers. I have seen those that have said, “ I am nothing like my father or I do not want to be like that man.” In reality though there may be some characteristics where they are just like their father whether they like it or not. I recall that we did not have a car when I lived with my father and grandmother, but I remember catching the bus with him to go to the Carnival. I loved to go to the carnival. My father worked as a Porter at the train station in Gary, Indiana. I always loved to ride the train, it had a distinct smell that I really cannot describe.

3. Church

Although my father nor my grandmother attended church, I discovered that my neighbors went to church every Sunday. My father allowed me to go with them. I wanted to know about God and what church was about. I started praying and asking God for what I wanted at a very young age. My father was kind and soft spoken, I had never heard him raise his voice, even when my mother would fuss at him often. Even when he punished me with a small tap on my legs, he always sat me down and explained why beforehand. He always let me know there was a consequence for my action.

4. Mentor

A Daddy may be a mentor or not necessarily the biological father. While a mother is important, it is equally important for the father to take time with his daughters and his sons. I recall a young man telling me how much he respected his father and made it a point to not curse in front of his father out of respect. He pointed out that he was from a large family and that his father took time with him and his brothers to take them fishing and teach them to hunt. He proudly said that because of that he was an expert shooter.

5. Advocate

I recall as a young child seemingly always having a cold. My father would always take me to the doctor to get a shot. I was so sick and tired of getting shots. My father never played around when he knew that I was sick. I also recall one summer that I caught the mumps. In fact, I believe I caught nearly every childhood disease. Anyway my doctor called the doctor to the house. The doctor declared that I did have the mumps and needed a shot, but this time instead of the shot in my arm as usual, I received a shot in my rear end. I thought will I ever stop having to have shots. Even so, I knew that my father always would advocate for my by interest.

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Who is a Daddy?

A Daddy is very important to the family, just as the mother is. Many young girls are looking at their father to discover the type of man they want to marry.

 

My Daddy

 

The Daddy is important to the daughter and to the son. How many times have you heard a young man say, “My daddy was not there for me, or I did not know who my daddy was.” Some may call their daddy dad, pops, or father.  Then others may have had a daddy but had no relationship with their daddy.

I am grateful for the memories we have shared and the lessons he has taught me.  A father’s love is a gift that lasts a lifetime.

 

1.    Employer/Pastor 

I was only 14 years old when I first started working as secretary at my church. I have talked about this often. Besides the fact that my pastor taught me about bookkeeping and paying bills in a timely-fashion, I realized this carried over into my adult life.  These were life lessons. He would emphasize, “Always pay your bills on time.”    This was a good thing. It was also mandatory for all those that held paying positions of the church to tithe from their earnings received from the church. So, I learned to always tithe from my earnings.

 

I recall my first bulletin was a disaster. Every word was misspelled just about including my employer's name. I felt so bad.  I wanted to hide, but there was no hiding place.  He did not realize when he hired me, I could not type and I did not tell him, because I really wanted the job. He was very mad at me and did yell at me stating, “If you were working for someone else, you would be fired for this." “I thought to myself, “He is right.” I assured him, “I am taking typing this semester.” I do not think that was too reassuring to him at that time. Also, I spoke about how softly spoken my biological daddy was.  Well, my pastor was the total opposite. He was a yeller at times, but I knew under it all he always wanted the best for me and all his children. He always wanted things done the right way.

 

2.    Root Problems

Now it does not stop there. I must give credit to my present pastor. One day during Sunday School, he asked us to write a letter to 8 people that had influenced us for the good. He was one of the people that I wrote a letter to. My letter to him explained how he helped me through Bible Study.

Before I joined my present church I came to Bible Study for about a year. One thing that really helped me was when pastor taught about getting to the root of problems. I had many problems when I came to my present church. We all know we may have some type of habit, but he even elaborated about habits. I always thought you would get rid of a habit, but I learned you replace bad habits with healthy habits. He also taught me about cleaning up the inside of yourself with the word of God, because even though our bodies may change physically, we may renew our spirit daily.

So, there are father figures in the workplace, in the ministry, and many other places. Again, thank you to the fathers. Can you think of someone that is not your biological father but has served as a father figure for you.

 

 

3.    Moral Compass

I recall my husband, who is a Viet Nam Veteran sharing with me that he was a Points Man in the army. He explained the Points Man would go ahead of his battalion to scout out any enemies or disasters that may be ahead of them. Someone has said that the father is like a Points Man or a moral compass for his family. He is always looking out for his family's well-being. He is a protector or a fixer. God has designed him that way. I recall one Father's Day my Pastor asked several men to come before the congregation and share about their fathers. Unfortunately, there was one that stated he honestly did not have any fond memories of his father, only negative ones. That was so sad to hear.

 

4.    Importance

According to Dr. Gail Gross, Huffingtonpost.com girls tend to look for men that have characters like their fathers and boys tend to emulate their fathers. I have seen those that have said, “I am nothing like my father or I do not want to be like that man.” Though there may be some characteristics where they are just like their father whether they like it or not. I recall that we did not have a car when I lived with my father and grandmother, but I remember catching the bus with him to go to the Carnival. I loved going to the carnival. My father worked as a Porter at the train station in Gary, Indiana. I always loved to ride the train; it had a distinct smell that I really cannot describe.

5.    Church

Although my father nor my grandmother attended church, I discovered that my neighbors went to church every Sunday. My father allowed me to go with them. I wanted to know about God and what church was about. I started praying and asking God for what I wanted at a very young age. My father was kind and soft-spoken, I had never heard him raise his voice, even when my mother would fuss at him often. Even when he punished me with a small tap on my legs, he always sat me down and explained why beforehand. He always let me know there was a consequence for my action.

 

6.    Mentor

A Daddy may be a mentor or not necessarily a biological father. While a mother is important, it is equally important for the father to spend time with his daughters and his sons. I recall a young man telling me how much he respected his father and made it a point to not curse in front of his father out of respect. He pointed out that he was from a large family and that his father took time with him and his brothers to take them fishing and teach them to hunt. He proudly said that because of that he was an expert shooter.

 

Think about your father. Can you find any pleasant memories about him?

Happy Father's Day to Fathers and to the single mothers that have been father and mother to their children.

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The Important Role of Dad, Dr. Gail Gross

 

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Do You Know the Importance of Fathers?

Father kissing his son


1. Role Model

A father that is a good role model, can greatly influence the outcome of his child’s life. Children especially girl’s look to their father’s to see what type of husband they may want in the future. Children watch how a father treats their mother. Does he treat her with respect? Does he support her and help her with the children? Why Not? He helped to create his children. Sometimes fathers tend to leave the training and disciplining to the mothers rather than becoming actively involved. The mother should not have to do it all by herself, but sometimes that is exactly what happens.


2. Leadership

A father that shows leadership in his home can greatly influence his children to become great leaders. Too often mothers have had to be mother and father to their children, even when father was present in the home, but not emotionally available. Do you know any of those kind of fathers? They are there in the home, but emotionally they are far away from the wife and the children. Basically, he is too busy “doing his own thing.”

3. Love

Children growing up want the love of their father. If father does not give them the love, kisses, hugs, affection, and nurturing that they need, they will look for it elsewhere. Everyone wants to be loved.. Unfortunately many children may end up looking for love in all the wrong places. Have you ever seen little girls that say, “ I am going to marry my daddy when I grow up.” Well when they grow up, they will be looking for a father just like him. Ofttimes children growing up marrying someone just like their father, whether they intended to do so or not. They may have said, “I will never marry a man like my no good father.” Unfortunately, they may end up doing just the opposite. Fathers play an important role in their children’s life.

4. Man

I have said this more than once. A mother can do a lot of things, but she cannot teach her son to be a man. Her son needs a man’s influence. That is why father’s are so important, especially to a young boy.

Unfortunately as I stated earlier mothers have had to be mother and father to their children. Single mothers have done a great job raising their children. Single mothers have raised their children to become lawyers, doctors, teachers, and many other professionals. The children still need the influence of a positive male figure in their lives. If father is not around emotionally or physically, that positive male could be an older brother, uncle, cousin, or mentor.

Did you have a strong father in your life? Is your husband a strong father figure for your children? Do you know of a strong father? I welcome your comments.

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Bloggers Meet & Greet June 2019. . . Father's Day

Hi everyone. This bloggers Meet and Greet we will talk about Father's Day. Father's day is June 16, 2019. Honor your father. Ephesians 6:1-3 1. Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. 2. Honor they father and mother; (which is the first commandment with promise') 3. That it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth.

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Father's Day is June 16, 2018. Why not honor your father from the past or in the present. Did You Know that although the Catholic Churches celebrated fatherhood dating back to the Middle-Ages, it was established as a holiday on June 10, 1910 by Sonora Smart Dodd? She originally suggested June 5 her father's birthday, but the pastors did not have enough time to prepare their sermons, so the celebration was deferred to the third Sunday in June.

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Memories of My Father's

1. Hair

My father always kept his hair cut short. He would allow me to brush his hair. When I wasn’t doing that. I was trying to straighten my dolls hair with a real hot comb. I would put the hot comb on our stove, which was in the middle of our front room.

2. Stray Cat

I remember I always cared about animals. I found a black kitten. The kitten's eyes were all matted together. I asked my father could I keep it and nurse it back to help. I did just that. I recall always showing and instructing my father how to take care of the cat's eyes.

3. Boxing

I recall watching boxing on television with my father. He would sit and drink Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer and smoke a big fat cigar. Sometimes he smoked a pipe. The tobacco from the pipe would have a sweet aroma tobacco, but the cigar just stank.

4. Birthplace

My father was from Dundee, Mississippi. He had a very strong southern accent. He used to tell me how he picked cotton in the cotton fields as a child. As an adult he became a Porter for a train station. I remember riding on the train with him. The station had a distinct business smell.

5. Soft-Spoken

 My father was soft-spoken but he said what he meant and meant what he said. He was adamant about that.

6. Transportation

 Although we never had a car, we would walk or ride the bus wherever we wanted to go. I do not remember wanting for anything.

7. Good Cook

My father knew how to cook and I loved when he cooked greens, but I hated hot water cornbread. I never have liked hot watered cornbread to this day. 

 8. Reading

I started reading at age 3. I was hungry for knowledge. There were no other books in the house but the Bible. I knew nothing about a library. My father would sit patiently with me as I asked what was this word, what was that word? I was so fascinated with the bible, especially with God creating the world and creating Adam and Eve.   

What Memories do you have of your father?

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