A controversial topic right now, in light of many tragic deaths, is the value of a human life, especially in relationship to another. All human life is sacred, from unborn children to 23-year-old drug dealers, no matter what we may think. All life has value, according to Genesis 9, “Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man shall his blood be shed, for God made man in his own image."
We all bear the image of God, especially fathers. Fathers reflect our Heavenly Father; we show love, give guidance, and provide stability in the lives of children. This is truly a blessed burden, to be held to such a standard. I myself struggle and fail with representing the perfect love and righteousness that my children need to have modeled to them. I don't always show them the right way to handle anger or frustration, or how to talk to others and love their mother. I miss dinner for work meetings, and I am not always attentive to their needs. But I do model for them a positive life as well, starting with confession and forgiveness. I lead the best I can and help them to be strong and confident in my (and my wife's) love and in the love of God. This is my duty, and this is the very beginning of "culture", raising our kids in the way they should go. PLEASE watch this video from Prager U; it unpacks a relatively un-discussed part of the conversation. Do I have a right to bring it up? Probably not, but this man does, and so does his father before him. You might not agree with everything he says, but it is hard to argue with statistics, and it is sure to leave you with some thoughts, which I would love to hear. May we continue to stand up for the value and dignity of every person, starting with our own children and those near and dear to us!
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