A Fathers Day Tribute

Today, we pause to honor the men whose lives speak louder than their words—the Godly fathers who rise early, pray hard, work tirelessly, and love deeply. These are the men who carry both the weight of their responsibilities and the softness of their family's needs in the same hands—calloused by labor, yet gentle with grace.

They teach us not just how to live, but how to live in Christ. With every sacrifice, every quiet prayer, every time they showed up when it wasn’t convenient, they left behind an eternal legacy. These men lead their homes not just with strength, but with humility, faith, and fierce devotion. They reflect the Father’s heart—steady, forgiving, and full of mercy.

And today, with heartfelt gratitude, we also pay tribute to the step-fathers—those courageous, compassionate men who stepped into shoes they didn’t have to fill but did so with honor. Their love is not bound by blood but by choice, by calling, by selfless devotion. These men didn’t just fill a gap—they stood in it. They became protectors, providers, encouragers, and living proof that family is built by love.

To every father and step-father walking in the ways of God: we see you, we thank you, and we honor you. Your example is a lighthouse in a stormy world, a reflection of our Heavenly Father’s unwavering presence.

You are a blessing, and your legacy is eternal.

Psalm 103:13 (ESV) “As a father shows compassion to his children, so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear him.”  Fathers reflect the heart of our Heavenly Father through their compassion and care.