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Mixed Emotions on Father's Day

This Is Why I Have Mixed Emotions on Father’s Day

While driving through the road construction by my house and looking at the piled-up dirt, rocks, and various potholes on the side of the road, I was in deep thought about my father who had passed  away years earlier. When I first heard of his passing, I had very mixed emotions. You see, I had no relationship with him for the past 20 plus. years. He decided my sin against him was unforgivable and wrote me out of his life. I accepted the fact that I was not important enough to him for him to let go of my offense, but I’m left with mixed emotions on Father’s Day. I reached out to him many years ago when my sister passed, but when […]

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Why These Dads Make Strong Kids

Why This Kind of Dad Makes a Strong Kid

My husband and I were watching a singing competition the other night, and I noticed an interesting trend during the competitors’ interviews. Time after time, the contestants made similar claims. The reason they were standing there, taking a televised risk, was because of their father or father figure. For most, the influence of a positive male role model made a difference in their lives. It’s what made them a strong kid, promoting an overall confidence and a healthy self-esteem. The kind of confidence you need to pursue big dreams. This observation sparked a new curiosity within me. Why do fathers make such an impact? What is it about a dad’s role, specifically, that seems to almost make or break a child? While Grit

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This Grit and Grace Life Podcast

What Makes a Great Dad? How Can You Encourage It? – 093

Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | Android | Email | TuneIn | RSS | MoreMany men can be a father, but a dad, that’s so much more. He holds a special place in a child’s life—a different one than mom, and that’s a good thing. When daddy does things his way, our kids are better for it. But, what is it that makes a good dad? What qualities does he offer our children that we may not? How can we encourage his relationship with our kids? With Father’s Day approaching, Darlene Brock and Julie Graham take this episode to discuss those things and celebrate the unique position and qualities of a dad. They consider the plight

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There Is Hope and Healing for the Fatherless

There Is Hope and Healing for the Fatherless

I was about 11 years old when I realized my dad didn’t love me. I remember praying and telling God, “You need to be my Father. You need to be my dad. If I don’t have a dad, I’m going to have a lot of problems when I turn into a teenager.” I still had a lot of problems when I “turned into a teenager.” In fact, I wrestled with my past and with God until I was well into my twenties. I talked to pastors, therapists, friends, and family. Nothing seemed to heal the brokenness I felt over being fatherless. I’d feel better for a little while, but then all the pain would come flooding back. It was difficult to go

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Do You Know the Father Who Never Fails or Gives Up?

My father was an amazing man. He worked hard on the railroad as a foreman, but still had time for his kids in the evening. I remember as a family of eight all of us sitting around the table after dinner and talking for sometimes an hour or longer. He supported our teams and talents, loved our mother, and loved his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He preached, taught, and sang, with all his heart. I saw in my dad a glimpse of God’s love for me as His child. There were times when dad lost patience with me or had to discipline me because of my disobedience, but I never doubted his love for me. Just like God. How many times

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The Best Father’s Day Gift Guide

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 17, so we’ve compiled a list of 11 gifts that range in price, simplicity, and style. Perfect for every guy on your list! 1. The basics. You can’t go wrong with getting him a new belt, tie, undershirts, or dress socks. They’re used daily, so getting a new set is always appreciated! Plus, it’s a super affordable option. 2. A toiletry bag. This is something he’s not likely to purchase himself but will appreciate once he has it. Check out this waxed canvas option by Overlap Sewing Studio. 3. A beard kit. Some dudes love their beards. Why not encourage him to make it smell good and feel nice? Try this shampoo, conditioner, and oil set for $30 from

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Happy Father's Day—What Makes a Good Man

Happy Father’s Day—What Makes a Good Man

Here at Grit and Grace Life, we celebrate all of the qualities that make women—women. However, we also think it’s important to honor good men. This Father’s Day, I have the privilege of highlighting a great man, my dad. I have an exceptional father… And I’m not just saying that because it’s Father’s Day or because I’m biased and see him through rose-colored glasses. He is the real deal—a cut above. Below you will find my list of good-dad qualities, but they’re really just good-man qualities. So, gentlemen, take note: • He takes ownership and responsibility of everything entrusted to him. • He doesn’t grumble. • He loves my mother well. • He sends me a picture of every rainbow he sees,

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