The Happy Dad
David Ireland
Luke 15:11-24
1.0 The Need for Happiness (Luke 15:11-24)!
1.1 Everyone's searching for happiness even dads.
A) Dads are happy when you follow their rules on how to date their daughters.
B) Men, ''Don't fall prey to the misnomer that a happy dad is a silly, foolish or irresponsible dad!'' That is Hollywood's version of a happy dad!
C) When dad is happy, the whole family dynamics change to a lighter, happier mood. Dad, be careful of your anger.
Anonymous: ''An angry father is most cruel towards himself.''
1.2 This story is about a father and his sons.
A) A prodigal son [Prodigal means ''reckless extravagance; lavishly abundant'']
1. A son who's wasteful with his father's goods-his inheritance.
2. A son who wanders away and discovers the wages of sin and the impact of repentance and restoration.
3. The son is representative of us-sinners-in our waywardness to God.
B) A unique father
1. His loving heart towards his son is undeniable and exemplary.
2. A father who patiently waits for his son's return and restores him back to the family after his public bout with sin.
3. The father's heart is representative of God's heart towards us. It's forgiving, restorative, accepting, merciful, generous, and celebrative. It's unique.
2.0 God, How Can I Be a Happy Dad? (15:11-21)!
2.1 Set a peaceful atmosphere.
A) Atmosphere speaks of the mood in your home. It can be one of tension, unrest, or calmness and peace.
B) Determine whether you're a thermostat (set the temperature of the home) or a thermometer (respond to the temperature that's set).
1. The son's lust for independence was not going to disrupt the equilibrium of the home any longer. The dad was going to be a thermostat.
2. Establish clear boundaries and behavioral expectations in order to safeguard the peaceful atmosphere of your home. Be a thermostat.
3. Establish the difference between discipline (training) and punishment.
Eph. 6:4 ( ...
David Ireland
Luke 15:11-24
1.0 The Need for Happiness (Luke 15:11-24)!
1.1 Everyone's searching for happiness even dads.
A) Dads are happy when you follow their rules on how to date their daughters.
B) Men, ''Don't fall prey to the misnomer that a happy dad is a silly, foolish or irresponsible dad!'' That is Hollywood's version of a happy dad!
C) When dad is happy, the whole family dynamics change to a lighter, happier mood. Dad, be careful of your anger.
Anonymous: ''An angry father is most cruel towards himself.''
1.2 This story is about a father and his sons.
A) A prodigal son [Prodigal means ''reckless extravagance; lavishly abundant'']
1. A son who's wasteful with his father's goods-his inheritance.
2. A son who wanders away and discovers the wages of sin and the impact of repentance and restoration.
3. The son is representative of us-sinners-in our waywardness to God.
B) A unique father
1. His loving heart towards his son is undeniable and exemplary.
2. A father who patiently waits for his son's return and restores him back to the family after his public bout with sin.
3. The father's heart is representative of God's heart towards us. It's forgiving, restorative, accepting, merciful, generous, and celebrative. It's unique.
2.0 God, How Can I Be a Happy Dad? (15:11-21)!
2.1 Set a peaceful atmosphere.
A) Atmosphere speaks of the mood in your home. It can be one of tension, unrest, or calmness and peace.
B) Determine whether you're a thermostat (set the temperature of the home) or a thermometer (respond to the temperature that's set).
1. The son's lust for independence was not going to disrupt the equilibrium of the home any longer. The dad was going to be a thermostat.
2. Establish clear boundaries and behavioral expectations in order to safeguard the peaceful atmosphere of your home. Be a thermostat.
3. Establish the difference between discipline (training) and punishment.
Eph. 6:4 ( ...
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