The Value of a Man Devoted to Christ

Today, my parents and my adorable sister came to see Youth Sunday at my church. My church is 2 hours from their house.  So they drove all that way to see me and my brother play music this morning with the youth group.  It reminded me of how truly blessed I am to have a loving and supportive family.  I wanted to take same time to talk about my parents, and especially my Dad.

On the outside, you might look at my father and think that he's just an ordinary guy. Just an average Joe, working his 9 to 5. But he is much more than that. He is the perfect example of the man I want to be.

The average dad only spends 8-10 minutes a day with his kids. This was not true for my childhood. And as much as is possible, it is still not true. My parents make every effort to see me or my brother or sister. They make an effort to spend time with us. They show us that they love us. And it has truly made a difference.

Only 12% of families pray together. I can't remember a family dinner where my dad didn't pray and thank God for the meal and for Jesus.  I got to be part of that 12% because my dad knew the power of a praying family.

Do I consider myself lucky? Every day.

This is the value of a man devoted to Christ.  My dad may look like a normal guy, but he's not just any guy. He is the greatest man I know. He has shown me what it means to love one woman and devote himself to her. He has shown me what it means to put family first and love your kids. He has shown me what it means to be a man who remembers what is truly important in life.

And to me, teaching your son these things is the greatest success a man can know in his life. And Dad, that's why I think you're the most successful man in the world.