Video of the Day: Clip from the 1991 movie “Father of the Bride”
Bible Verse of the Day:
The man said, “This is now bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh; she shall be called ‘woman,’ for she was taken out of man.” 24 That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh, Genesis 2:23-24.
Biblical Connection:
My daughter Lydia will be getting married next month. While Leanne and I have been empty nesters when our children were off in college, Lydia will be the last of our children to marry. Subsequently, this year will be a different kind of Father’s Day for me. Just as Steve Martin was reflecting during his daughter’s wedding, I’m preparing myself to let Lydia start a new life.
Moses explains the reason for God’s design for marriage. Yet, from a father’s perspective, my role is to fulfill the words of King Solomon in Proverbs 22:6. God provided me with the funds and time, sharing valuable life lessons with Lydia. As she prepares for this special day with Zach, the Lord is the center of their relationship. This is when a father must let go and let God create new memories.
Closing Song:
May the lyrics of Cinderella touch your soul like it’s touched me over the years. Happy Father’s Day to all of you fathers out there.
by Jay Mankus
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