George Davidiuk spoke to us about Fatherhood and the best picture of a Father in the Scripture who is our Heavenly Father. He used the story of the prodigal son and illustrated the perfect fathers love for his children.Notes: Profile of the Father1. He is Understanding!Luke - He “sees” the true condition of his son.- How is your understanding? Are you aware of where your child is now? Do you know who their friends are? What direction they are headed? What condition they are in?2. He is Compassionate!Luke - He is deeply touched when he saw what sin did to his son.- Greatest need of your child: to know they are loved by you!3. He is Approachable!Luke - He runs to his son first!- Approachability removes their fear of telling you of their failures.- A parent must be a great life coach!- - Trainer - Discipline- - Instructor - Teaching- - Mentor – Model; example4. He is Affectionate!Luke - He is not embarrassed to show physical affection with his son.- A hug heals, especially after discipline!- It’s a mistake to withhold physical affection; especially when expectations are not met.- You can be as spiritual as you want... but sometimes a hug goes farther than a lecture or a sermon!5. He raises Self-esteem!Luke - The father returns him to the place of self respect.- Sin - lowers a child’s self esteem- You can give value to your child. Wearing torn, poor clothing can bea sign of “giving up”6. He motivates Achievement!Luke - He restores authority to his son. Pharaoh – Joseph in Egypt- Encourage your child to make decisions and reach their goals.- Release your child to do what they were born to do!7. He puts Grace over Law!Luke - He frees his son from slaveryGal - Slave woman — Hagar LAW- Free woman — Sarah GRACE- Trust must be taught with accountability8. He Loves to Celebrate!Luke - He creates an atmosphere of JOY in his home!- Jesus – speaks of joy when what was LOST is now found!- Create happy memories with your children!Zeph To stay connected with George:https://www.facebook.com/georgedavidiuk