Thank You, Dad! | Pastor Tom Golden | Father’s Day

admin June 17, 2024 Today’s sermon at River Life Church, titled “Thank You, Dad!”, was a heartfelt tribute to fathers. Pastor Tom Golden began by expressing gratitude to his own father, who was present in the crowd, and extended this thankfulness to all dads, encouraging them to receive a thankful heart. Read More … Pastor Tom emphasized the phrase “by faith,” often found in Paul’s writings and highlighted in Hebrews. He reminded us that, like Abraham, it is by faith we overcome our sins and struggles, and it is by grace we are saved. Fathers are thanked not because they are perfect, but because they rise again after falling, returning to God with faith. God is like a father to us, bearing our burdens and leading us with love and grace. Dads often feel the weight of responsibility, but this is a sign of their leadership. A good dad prioritizes his wife and children, sharing his burdens with God and his family. Drawing from Ephesians 4:27, Pastor Tom encouraged fathers not to give the devil an opportunity to grab hold in their lives. He thanked them for being present in church and resisting the devil’s attempts to lead them astray. The sermon concluded with the story from Luke 8:41-42, where a father’s faith and determination led Jesus to bring his daughter back to life. This story serves as a powerful reminder of the impact of a father’s faith and persistence. Pastor Tom’s message was a moving reminder of the importance of faith, resilience, and the pivotal role fathers play in their families. He called on all fathers to share their burdens with God and their families, and to remain strong in their faith, knowing they are not alone. Bible Verses Hebrews 11:88 By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place he would later receive as his inheritance, obeyed and went, even though he did not know where he was going. 2 Corinthians 6:1818 And,“I will be a Father to you, and you will be my sons and daughters,says the Lord Almighty.” Hebrews 13:5-65 Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said,“Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.”[a]6 So we say with confidence,“The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?” Ephesians 4:27and do not give the devil a foothold. Luke 8:41-42 Then a man named Jairus, a synagogue leader, came and fell at Jesus’ feet, pleading with him to come to his house 42 because his only daughter, a girl of about twelve, was dying.As Jesus was on his way, the crowds almost crushed him. Give Now YouTube Follow Us Share Related Messages