Happy Fathers Day. Sure I know its not until Sunday, but we should honor Fathers every day. And not just our Fathers- there are many men who have impacted my life so much, some even more than my father even. Guy Doud shared todays message on Focus on The Family back in the 80's- I ordered a copy and it has blessed me so much. We all need to be a Moulder of Dreams for others- people are watching your life- don't let them down. I am thankful for the men who did not let me down. this is part 1 of 3 parts- don't miss the other two parts.
We don't often hear the word esteem used very much these days, yet scripture tells us to esteem and delight in one another.
One definition of esteem is to hold in high regard. That means we are to honor and value one another. Even if we don't always agree with one another, even if others don't necessarily act honorably, we are to honor and esteem people because they are valuable in the eyes of God.
Think of it this way: If you had a costly piece of jewelry, you wouldn't just wear it to the gym or leave it on the kitchen sink. No, you would treat it carefully. You would put it in a safe place and protect it. Well, when we see others as valuable the way God sees them, we will treat them carefully as well. We should be careful in the way we talk to others. We should look for the good in them and honor them for who God made them to be.
Remember, the way we treat others is like sowing seed, and it will come back to you. Choose to esteem and delight in one another. Sow good seeds, and you will see a harvest of blessing in your own life in return!
-- Dr. Tim Emerick
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