Ode: Fatherhood is Grace Bestowed
Fatherhood is priesthood Daily interceding for family Before the Father of lights Virtuous fathers pray without ceasing Fatherhood is responsibility Providing for own household Trusting in the Father of all creation Virtuous fathers are selfless givers Fatherhood is service Raising the next generation Leaning on eternal truths Virtuous fathers demonstrate faith Fatherhood is shepherding Guiding own house in the way Following Christ as pattern Virtuous fathers are Godly examples Fatherhood is leadership Using farsight and foresight well Seeing through the lens of Scripture Virtuous fathers are good stewards Fatherhood is partnership Diligently doing one's part well Knowing God's part is settled Virtuous fathers are team players Fatherhood is accountability Living with eternity in mind Working to please the Master Virtuous fathers fear God Fatherhood is architecture Building with Godly wisdom Taking steps to create the future Virtuous fathers are...