Hello Dads

7 Essentials

There are 7 essential practices that you can implement into your life and home so you can thrive in your walk with Christ.  Some of these, are part of your daily routine, while others are more seasonal.   The daily practices we call THE BIG 3.  They are PRAY, BIBLE READING, and FAITH-TALK.  The other four (WORSHIP, CHRISTIAN RESOURCES, SERVICE, MISSIONS) may be more weekly or seasonal, however there's nothing stopping you from practicing all of these on a daily basis.   As a dad it can get quite complicated, because for you it may mean giving attention to the 7 ESSENTIAL PRACTICES for yourself personally, with your spouse, and with your children.  It requires a mindset that saturates all of your life - like that of Deuteronomy 6
Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.  
These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts.  
Impress them on your children.
Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.  
Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads.  
​Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates.

THE BIG 3

THE OTHER 4

Resources

This book is for all dads but especially for dads that are intimidated by the idea of having to be a spiritual influence and example to their children. Through personal stories, practical ideas and straight forward Biblical wisdom this small book packs a lot of punch as Pastor Mark does not hold back in speaking honestly and directly to dads about the impact they can and should be making in the lives of their children.
As a parent you are leaving an impression on your children that is going to last them their lifetime. The question becomes, what type of impression are you leaving and is that impression going to lead them towards or away from having a lasting faith in Jesus Christ? At the end of the day, the most important thing we can lead our children to have is faith in Jesus Christ because through faith in Him they can have eternal life. So, how do we lead children to have faith in Christ? That's what Pastor Holmen will reveal based on the work and research he has been doing for over 15 years. Pastor Mark's desire for parents to be "impressive" parents who succeed in leading their children to have faith in Christ is evident as he shares many practical ideas as well as personal letters at the end of each chapter written to a parent who was struggling, as all parents do, to practice this in daily life.
A book for parents that will inspire, motivate, and equip them to establish their home as the primary place where faith is nurtured. This book is filled with inspirational stories and practical ideas that families can begin implementing today to bring Christ and Christlike living into the center of their homes. This resource is a perfect gift to give to new parents. Discussion questions at the end of each chapter make it a perfect resource for family small groups.
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