JANUARY 2012 EDITION

"Who's your Daddy?" That question has, at one time, both a humorous and a serious side to it. On the humorous side, it is questioning who is looking out for you. On the serious side, it is questioning who your biological father is.  Most of us hear that question in the humorous vein in movies or TV shows. Some cannot answer that question at all. Sadly, in today's culture, the unanswered question is happening more often. 

Another similar question that should be asked is "Where's your Daddy?" All too frequently, a child may answer that they do not know. This pertains not only to the physically absent father, but also to the emotionally absent father. Divorce and abandonment are causes of the former. Overwork, self-absorption, and marital and financial stress affect the latter. 

Yet another question that should be asked is "Who is your hero?" or put another way, "Who would you want to emulate or be like?" It is my contention that a father should be at or near the top of a child's list.  

In an era when fathers in the media either are absent or made to look like buffoons, it is incumbent on us as Christians to model both for our own child and the children we encounter the type of man, father and, where possible, husband the Bible would have us be.  

The good news for those whose fathers have abandoned them either physically or emotionally is that they and we have a Father in Heaven who will never leave them or forsake them. He is always available for them. He loves us all no matter what.  

When asked "Who's Your Daddy?" we can all say with confidence, no matter what our earthly circumstances, we have a Father In Heaven who we can call "Abba", the Aramaic word for "Daddy". 

(As a side note, I would commend to you the movie "Courageous".  It is the latest and best film produced by the makers of "Facing the Giants".  It is a great film about fatherhood and its challenges.) 

As I have stated in previous newsletters, Net Work is always seeking new ways to serve the Lord by ministering to men and their families.  We welcome your input and suggestions as to how we can reach more men.  It is our belief that, in a time when the traditional family structures are under assault, as we help men begin and grow in their relationship with Christ, their families will be strengthened. 

This year will mark the twentieth year our mission has been able to challenge and equip men to answer the biblical mandate to be the spiritual leaders of their families. By God's grace, Net Work Ministries has impacted the lives of many men and their families. Without your prayers, encouragement and financial support this would not have been possible. We have been honored to have you as partners in ministry. We would ask that you prayerfully consider continuing your partnership in this vital ministry by your prayers, encouragement and financial support again this year. 

May God shower you and yours with His richest blessings in the year ahead.