Father's Day 2025
A Sermon by Caleb Dubois and Kwame Dapaah-Afriye, members at Victory Church in Providence, RI
Faithfulness
- Introduction and Definition
- Gratitude for the pastor and the church’s commitment to teaching the word of God without compromise.
- Definition of faithfulness from Webster’s dictionary: steadfastness in affection, allegiance, adherence to promises, and truth to facts or standards.
- Biblical Example: Daniel
- Daniel’s faithfulness to God despite societal and governmental pressures.
- Daniel’s consistent prayer life and refusal to compromise his devotion, even when threatened with the lions’ den.
- Comparison of Daniel’s faithfulness to modern distractions, such as social media, and a call for Christians to set different priorities.
- Practical Application
- Encouragement to spend more time in prayer and Bible reading, challenging the congregation to be distinct from societal norms.
- Emphasis on faithfulness during difficult times, not just when it is easy or convenient.
- Personal testimony of how faithfulness led to spiritual growth and blessings in the speaker’s life.
- Impact of Faithfulness
- Daniel’s faithfulness resulted in societal transformation and influenced even the king.
- Christians are encouraged to be set apart and to influence society by example, not confrontation.
- Reference to Romans 12:2 about being transformed by the renewing of the mind.
- The importance of role models and setting examples for younger generations in the church.
Integrity
- Introduction and Emotional Context
- Addressing the emotions of fathers and men on Father’s Day, recognizing different experiences and backgrounds.
- Encouragement that identity is defined by God, not by upbringing or past failures.
- Biblical Example: Jacob
- The story of Jacob’s lack of integrity and the consequences of living a life of deceit (Genesis 27–32).
- The importance of alignment between words, actions, and influence—integrity means consistency and authenticity.
- The transformative encounter between Jacob and God, leading to a new identity and changed behavior.
- Call to Integrity
- Integrity is not perfection but honesty before God and willingness to seek His help.
- The church’s need for people of integrity who walk differently and reflect God’s character in their lives.
Awakening the Mighty Men
- Spiritual Awakening and Encouragement
- A call for men in the church to “wake up” spiritually and embrace their responsibilities and calling.
- Recognition that all are imperfect and in need of God’s grace, but each has the potential for greatness in God’s kingdom.
- Prayer and Blessing
- A corporate prayer for the awakening and empowerment of men in the church, asking God to restore, anoint, and bless them and their families.
- Encouragement for mutual support, prayer, and unity among men, emphasizing the importance of community and intercession.
- Conclusion
- Final words of appreciation and blessing for the men, celebrating their role and encouraging them to live out their faith boldly.
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