Reflection: What Makes a Good Dad?
I came across this letter.
“Dear God,
“Thanks for giving me a dad. You knew just what I’d need! In case you need to make dads for other kids, I thought you might like to know what I like best about the one you sent me:
“A good dad …
- knows everything (like how to tie shoes and drive a car)
- is smart (he knows where the wind goes after it blows through the trees)
- has a forgiving heart (for when I mess up)
- is loaded with patience, patience, patience (with me)
- has a comfy lap and a big laugh (you understand about that, don’t you?)
- tells me all about you, God, and your Son.
“P.S. I almost left out the best part! A good dad has real strong arms (to catch me when I fall. He says you’re just like that, too).”
Question: Are you ready, or do you need, to be caught by Him?
Prayer: Blessed be your name, God! Thank you for your word that guides me and has instructed me to listen, knowing you are ever ready to catch me if I fall. Amen.