It appears that the value of fathers in their children’s life is being undervalued in our culture more and more. Fathers are no longer seen as the cornerstone of the family, whether this is due to the feminist movement or the encouragement of single parenting. The youth of today have been greatly impacted by this change. Numerous studies demonstrate that children who experience father absence are more likely to experience poverty, have poorer self-esteem, and perform worse academically. Many fathers have been forced out of the house as divorce rates have reached an all-time high—20% in the churches. It is understandable why today’s youth are going through a moral crisis. I am aware of my father’s significance in my life. The glue that keeps my family together is my dad. As the embodiment of unwavering devotion and fervor for the Lord’s ways, he is the cornerstone of strength and knowledge. However, even in Christian households, men all too frequently fail to be the leaders that God demands of them.

Parents switch off the TV and focus on their loved ones.

Get to know your family members well and spend time with them. Your family will follow your advice if you have a close personal relationship with them since they can not stand to let you down. Additionally, let us dine as a family for at least one meal per day. In addition to providing the foundation for future one-on-one time, this is the ideal opportunity to catch up on each other’s lives. Love-based discipline—never anger-based. According to Proverbs 3:11–12, the LORD disciplines those he loves, just as a father would chastise his son. Therefore, my son, do not hate the Lord’s discipline or resent his rebuke. We require direction and correction, yet discipline can be as hard to administer as it is to receive. Collaborate with us to set limits and suitable sanctions for going overboard. In this procedure, consistency is crucial; we should be aware of the repercussions for breaking the rules beforehand. Teach us to be wise, kind, and consistent. Look at Hebrews 12:5–11. At the moment, no discipline appears to be enjoyable; instead, it is painful. But for those who have been schooled by suffering, it later yields a harvest of peace and righteousness.

We must set an example and teach the Lord’s ways.

God expects parents to teach His ways to their children. It is your duty as the family’s leader to make sure that your family is centered on God. From a young age, we must be taught to live according to godly principles in all facets of our lives, not only those that pertain to the church. A father must respect the mother of his children. The children initially learn about male-female relationships from your relationship with your wife. Your son will grow up to treat women with the same respect and love if he observes how you treat his mother. And because we will not accept anyone who does not treat us the way our father loved our mother, your daughters will have high expectations for romantic relationships. Avoid arguing in front of your kids. Even adolescent children will personalize parental arguments that may not be related to them. Your wife will imitate your actions if you treat her with love and respect.

You have to be affectionate

We need to know that our father loves us, therefore do not be scared to show your sons and daughters lots of affection. Hugs and “I love you” are not just for your wife. He rushed to his son, embraced him, and gave him a kiss, full of love and compassion (Luke 15:17-24). Be forgiving and patient. We must know that you will be patient and merciful when we make mistakes, even in spite of your love and instruction (Luke 15:17–24). The ability to forgive is a sign of a loving parent. Let us change the subject a bit and talk about how you can mentor or minister to a lot of people. You do not need to be an ordained minister to minister, which is among the first things Christians should understand! Serving another person’s needs and comfort is what it means to minister. I become weak in order to win the weak. I have become everything to every man in the hopes of saving some by any means necessary. In order for me to benefit from the gospel, I do all of this (1 Corinthians 9:22–23). Paul provided us with some crucial guidelines for serving others. We must, for starters, make every effort to establish a common ground with everyone we encounter. Having a know-it-all attitude is a big error. To help others feel accepted, we must try our hardest. We must be considerate of other people’s needs and worries.

Genuine Ministry Requires Teamwork

Paul told the Corinthian church that no one person should be in charge of everything. Preaching was Paul’s gift, and he used it. He was stressing the importance of teamwork in Christian service. God and His people are not fully connected through any preacher or instructor. Similarly, no one can do everything the apostles accomplished. Every Christian ought to be happy with the gift or contribution that God has given them, and they ought to give it their all. In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, I implore you, brothers, to agree with each other so that you are completely one in thought and spirit and that there be no differences between you (1 Corinthians 1:10). Paul was urging the Christians to be of one mind, to be united in thought and purpose, and to allow true harmony to exist among them. Paul was not arguing that they needed to be identical in order to be fully connected, of course. He urged them to put aside their disagreements and concentrate on Jesus Christ as Lord and their purpose of bringing the gospel into a world that is dark.

What is meant by the term mentoring?

And what makes a mentor successful? According to Webster, a mentor is a knowledgeable counselor, instructor, and advisor. According to this description, not everyone will be able to carry out the responsibilities of a mentor. Wisdom typically rests on the shoulders of the elderly. Communication over an extended period of time is necessary to build trust. You will have found a mentor rather than just a lifelong friend when you come across someone with wisdom, integrity, and the capacity to impart positive lessons. A closest friend ought to be a mentor. Preferably, a mentor should be older and more life-wise than someone your own age. Genuine friendships require open communication. Loyalty is another aspect of true friendships. If you had the opportunity, what sort of mentor would you be? Knowing someone well and being a true mentoring buddy are two very different things. Loyalty is the best indicator of a true mentoring friendship since it shows affection at all times. 1 Corinthians 13:7 emphasizes the value of being accessible to assist at difficult or personal circumstances. The number of fair-weather pals is too high. When they are benefiting from the friendship, they stay, and when they are not, they break up. Consider your pals and evaluate your commitment to them. The Bible advises you to be the kind of friend who truly mentors others. Our master and Lord is Jesus Christ, calls us His friends.

How consoling and encouraging it is to be accepted as a friend of Christ. A caring relationship is necessary for true mentoring. Just as Jesus loves us, we are to love one another. Sometimes all it takes to be a mentor is the basic act of listening, offering, supporting, and encouraging.