As men, we often get caught up in who we could be, and stop thinking about who we are right now. I personally live in my ideals more than I live in my reality. Or perhaps you’re the opposite, and the world of ideals and goals escapes you because your reality is so vivid. Whichever man you are, or seem to be right now, I want to encourage you to:
BE THE MAN TODAY YOU WANT YOUR SON TO BECOME; YOUR DAUGHTER TO MARRY
Your children’s concept of what it means to be a man is entirely wrapped up in who you are for the first 3-5 years of their lives, and beyond that it remains, as a filter through which they see all other versions of a man.
Are you who you want your kids to shape their model of a man after? You can be! It will take some sacrifice, and perhaps leaving a few things behind that you enjoyed as a young man… but it will be worth it, I promise. Your kids (may not realize it, but they) will thank you.
“WE ARE MEN OF ACTION…”
So, Dad… I want to challenge you! Pour into the next generation, for their good – which may mean cleaning up your act. Take an honest look at yourself, mention the reflection to your spouse, or someone who knows you well (and can candidly speak into your life), and see if there is anything that you have a habit of doing that is not what you’d like to see in your son, or in the man your daughter will marry… and get rid of it.
You can do it! Sacrifice for your children today!