happy birthday to my dad

Proverbs 20:7 NLT

The godly walk with integrity; blessed are their children who follow them.

Today would be my dad’s 86th birthday. Just a month away is Father’s Day, and I miss my mom and dad very much. There are so many things I can share about my parents and in particular my dad. A few things stick out about him that I remember very well, and that I would like to share with you.

Recognize the blessings.

Often we take things and time for granted. Recognize the blessings that God has given. After you recognize them do something about it. Share those special times with the people that mean so much to you. It is easy to miss the fact that we are blessed.

Speak up and share what is on your heart.

Dad would call almost every Sunday. I miss the things he would share and the conversations. So … That text message should be sent. Make that phone call. Go visit when you can. Life is busy, and our time is something we are not promised. Our biggest regrets will be the things we did not do. So do them.

The gifts we have are from God.

We have been given many gifts. The older I have gotten the smarter my dad became. We have all of us have experienced that. We seem to be able to live not needing anyone else, their help or even their wisdom. But that is just not true. We are stronger and better with other people in our lives.

My brothers and I have been blessed. Our mom passed away in 2015 while dad left us in 2022. The memories are still very real. And we recognize that we are blessed, that we should share what is on our heart, and thank God for the gifts He has given us.

I miss my father. He was an incredible human and an awesome dad.

Deuteronomy 5:16 NLT

“Honor your father and mother, as the Lord your God commanded you. Then you will live a long, full life in the land the Lord your God is giving you.

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wash feet, sharing hope

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