I must admit that I get a little envious of those dads whose adult children live close enough to come home within a few minutes. I hear stories of father’s day cook-outs and family gatherings on Father’s day and I miss my children.
I enjoy the phone calls – short or long – with children and grandchildren but there is no substitute for a hug, a conversation over a Starbucks coffee or a walk together.
Having said that, there is also something special about taking time on Father’s Day to reflect on my children and grandchildren. A good Father’s Day is, being reminded that my children are doing very well. They are both active in ministry – touching lives and helping others grow and mature in faith. They are responsible adults with solid marriages.
If my children lavished me with gifts and cards but were not solid in their faith, it would be a good Father’s day but not a great one. If they were able to visit frequently but their marriages were falling apart, I would enjoy their company but it would not be a great Father’s Day.
As I write this, I think of our heavenly Father. I believe He delights in our offerings and expressions of praise but delights more when we reflect His character. It is then that we bring him the most honor and glory. So, my children honor me most when they are honoring their heavenly Father.
