“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11
Bible Verses About A Good Father
Proverbs 20:7 – A just man raises his children well
“The righteous man walks in his integrity; His children are blessed after him.” – Proverbs 20:7
Psalm 103:13 – A father has compassion towards his children
“As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him.” – Psalm 103:13
Proverbs 22:6 – Train a child in the right way
“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” – Proverbs 22:6
Colossians 3:21 – Fathers should not provoke their children
“Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged.” – Colossians 3:21
Ephesians 6:4 – Bring children up in the Lord’s training
“And you, fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath, but bring them up in the training and admonition of the Lord.” – Ephesians 6:4
Matthew 7:9-11 – Fathers give good gifts to their children
“Or what man is there among you who, if his son asks for bread, will give him a stone? Or if he asks for a fish, will he give him a serpent? If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask Him!” – Matthew 7:9-11
1 Timothy 5:8 – Provide for your family
“But if anyone does not provide for his own, and especially for those of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.” – 1 Timothy 5:8
Proverbs 4:1 – A father’s teachings are important
“Hear, my children, the instruction of a father, and give attention to know understanding.” – Proverbs 4:1
Hebrews 12:7 – Discipline your children in love
“If you endure chastening, God deals with you as with sons; for what son is there whom a father does not chasten?” – Hebrews 12:7
Malachi 4:6 – Turn the hearts of fathers to their children
“And he will turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers…” – Malachi 4:6
Romans 8:15 – We are God’s children
“For you did not receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption by whom we cry out, ‘Abba, Father.'” – Romans 8:15
Proverbs 3:12 – The Lord corrects those He loves
“For whom the Lord loves He corrects, just as a father the son in whom he delights.” – Proverbs 3:12
Psalm 127:3 – Children are a heritage from the Lord
“Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb is a reward.” – Psalm 127:3
John 3:16 – A father’s love for his child
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” – John 3:16
Proverbs 14:26 – A strong confidence in God
“In the fear of the Lord there is strong confidence, and His children will have a place of refuge.” – Proverbs 14:26
Genesis 18:19 – Command children to follow God’s way
“For I have known him, in order that he may command his children and his household after him, that they keep the way of the Lord.” – Genesis 18:19
Proverbs 15:20 – A wise son makes a father glad
“A wise son makes a glad father, but a foolish man despises his mother.” – Proverbs 15:20
Psalm 128:3 – Blessed is the man who fears the Lord
“Your wife shall be like a fruitful vine in the very heart of your house, your children like olive plants all around your table.” – Psalm 128:3
James 1:17 – Every good gift comes from the Father
“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights…” – James 1:17
Luke 11:13 – A father’s good gifts reflect God’s goodness
“If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him!” – Luke 11:13
Proverbs 10:1 – A wise son brings joy to a father
“The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son makes a glad father, but a foolish son is the grief of his mother.” – Proverbs 10:1
Luke 15:20 – A father’s embrace is one of love and forgiveness
“And he arose and came to his father. But when he was still a great way off, his father saw him and had compassion, and ran and fell on his neck and kissed him.” – Luke 15:20
Psalm 103:14 – God remembers our frame
“For He knows our frame; He remembers that we are dust.” – Psalm 103:14
Proverbs 19:18 – Discipline your children while there is hope
“Chasten your son while there is hope, and do not set your heart on his destruction.” – Proverbs 19:18
Isaiah 38:19 – A father shows mercy
“The living man, he shall praise You, as I do this day; the father shall make known Your truth to the children.” – Isaiah 38:19
Galatians 4:6 – God sent His Spirit into our hearts
“And because you are sons, God has sent forth the Spirit of His Son into your hearts, crying out, ‘Abba, Father!'” – Galatians 4:6
Proverbs 27:11 – Be a wise and understanding son
“My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, that I may answer him who reproaches me.” – Proverbs 27:11
Romans 12:13 – Share with God’s people in need
“Distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality.” – Romans 12:13
Final Thoughts
A good father embodies love, discipline, and compassion towards his children. He nurtures them with guidance, teaches them values, and provides for their needs. The strength of a father impacts their lives and shapes their character, following the teachings of the Bible. In the many verses above, we see how God desires us to love and care for our children, reflecting His own love for us. By encouraging our children and being involved in their lives, we create lasting bonds and guide them to be loving and wise individuals.
Whether you are a father yourself or have a loving father figure in your life, these principles remind us of the precious roles we play in each other’s lives. Each of us can step into the shoes of a good father, nurturing those around us, and pouring out love as God instructs.
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