The superpower of fatherhood isn't what most men think it is. It's not about perfect provision, flawless discipline, or even consistent presence—though these matter deeply. The true power of a father lies in his ability to answer one profound question that lives in every child's heart: "Dad, what do you really think about me?"
In this episode, we unpack this fundamental truth by weaving together biblical insights, my personal stories, and transformative principles that any father can apply. I share about the powerful biblical account of Jacob, who, after receiving God's blessing, renamed his newborn son from "son of my sorrow" to "Benjamin," meaning "son of my right hand"—forever altering the trajectory of his child's identity and future.
For sons, their unspoken question manifests as "Dad, do I have what it takes to be a man?" For daughters, it often takes the form of "Am I beautiful?" The way fathers answer these questions—not just with words but with consistent affirmation—shapes their children's core understanding of themselves.
Perhaps most healing is Ed's reminder that our earthly fathers, however wonderful or flawed, could only start our stories, not finish them. This perspective frees us to forgive our fathers' imperfections and break generational cycles of bitterness.
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