What comes into your mind when you hear the term FATHER? Well, probably I should rhetorically ask of the meaning you have of this term. Do you loathe or hold any memories dear regarding this line of thought?
To some it evokes mixed feelings; anger, rage, bitterness, rejection, betrayal. Others relate differently to the mention of this term; love, compassion, provision, security etc. Yet again others are filled with anxiety, curiosity and what ifs.
Today I chose to stand with and celebrate the Fathers whose mention reminds their loved ones and the society of unconditional love, selflessness, compassion, provision etc.. Fathers who've fought against all odds to be the best to their wives, children and the society at large. Gladly in the midst of a fallen world overwhelmed with fatherlessness left, right and center, there are men who can stand and be counted as Fathers.
Today I celebrate those men who have given up their nyama choma meetings at their favorite joints to go watch their 4 year olds graduate from baby class or take their sons for lower primary soccer tournaments. It may not make sense but if that's you. I salute you Sir. I celebrate the men who've decided not to send their wives to represent them in school on Parent's Day. The men who spend sleepless nights praying for their family. The men who show their daughters what true womanhood is by loving them unconditionally.
The men whose sons can proudly say they are their heroes and men who are first loves to their daughters. The men who wake up daily and tarmac to and from industries because a son awaits food at the end of the day. I celebrate dad's who are not just ATM machines but best friends to their wives and children.
I celebrate you who above material assets, have realized that real values taught to your children is the best inheritance to them. I celebrate men who are not only fathers to their children but to their wives as well. The men who spend hours helping out with homework. The men who pretend to be full yet want your children to have their fill. I celebrate the men who look out for the unfathered children next door.
I celebrate fathers who embrace their responsibility with joy. Those men who in the midst of challenges have looked into the eyes of their wives and children and told them; It is okay even when they didn't know what they would do to make things better. I celebrate fathers who genuinely kneel before the Almighty God to cry out their hearts for their wives, children and the society. The Fathers who choose to stay in their homes for the sake of their children despite of irreconcilable differences in the home. My prayer is that you will discover how easily reconcilable those differences are before God.
Thank you for staying. I celebrate all the above fathers though the list is endless. If for one reason or another you feel you've been inadequate to your wife and children I still celebrate you. Start today and commit the whole of you to your family, they're the only ones you have and you are the only earthly father they have. I pray that God will continue lifting you for the sake of your family for His glory.
I am reminded of your struggles of manhood and fatherhood. The struggles you have had to face every day to remain relevant to your family. I can boldly tell you that God understands you better than all of us. He (GOD), will make things work. He will help you.
I dare tell you that the position of fatherhood (whether with a biological child or not) is a stepping stone to a world of infinite opportunities to be a blessing to your family and the society.
The Blessings are yours.
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