“Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding” (Proverbs 4:7). Procuring wisdom is life’s highest priority. Pursuit is the evidence of desire. Acquiring wisdom is life’s ultimate quest. Bob Jones, Sr., said, “Men may acquire knowledge, but wisdom is a gift direct from God.” Obtaining anything in life...
Category: Extraordinary Father
THE EXTRAORDINARY FATHER FIGHTS A LIFELONG BATTLE AGAINST SIN
“Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed” (James 1:2-4). We were born into a sin-cursed world. Our very natures were tainted...
THE EXTRAORDINARY FATHER PROMOTES A PEACEFUL ATMOSPHERE
“And ye murmured in your tents, and said, Because the Lord hated us, he hath brought us forth out of the land of Egypt, to deliver us into the hand of the Amorites, to destroy us” (Deuteronomy 1:27). The children of Israel complained against God when they murmured in their tents. “Their accusations against God...
THE EXTRAORDINARY FATHER COMMANDS RESPECT
“Honour all men…” (1 Peter 2:17). A family was driving home after the Sunday morning church service. The father noticed in the rearview mirror that his son was whimpering and crying behind him. He said, “Son, what’s wrong?” The boy replied, “The preacher said every child should be raised in a Christian home… but I...
THE EXTRAORDINARY FATHER LABORS TO KEEP A POSITIVE ATTITUDE
“If there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things” (Philippians 4:8). One of life’s great battles is to maintain a positive spirit amidst overwhelming negativity. Your spirit communicates volumes to your family and those around you. Regardless of your upbringing, temperament type, or past history; you can nurture an...