#919: A Difficult Holiday

Father’s Day has been ranked towards the bottom in popularity among the top 15 national holidays. Why would that be?Father’s Day can be a difficult day for many people because of traumatic experiences we’ve had with our fathers. Dads play a very important role in the lives of their children and when you do not have that person in your life in a healthy way, it can affect you in many ways.One of the most important roles of a father is affirmation. Affirming your children, especially your sons,  that they are special, loved, and have a purpose is vital. Hearing the words, “I love you and I’m so proud of you.” Is so necessary to emotional growth, yet many people never hear those words. If you are a man, take time today to pour into your son. take another step and speak into the life of a boy who doesn’t have a godly dad. Tell them who God says they are. You will change their lives.(157 words)For more parenting advice and information about a Proven Process that is helping boys grow into godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.