7 GREAT FATHERS IN THE BIBLE
By Bob Bunn|August 5th, 2022|Leadership, Study Scripture|
Here are seven famous fathers in the Bible who can help us in our own journey. Of course, this list isn’t exhaustive, so dig into the Word and see how the lives of other biblical fathers speak to you.
7 FATHERS IN THE BIBLE
6) Joseph (Jesus’s earthly dad): When your reputation is at stake (Matthew 1:18-25). Joseph loved Mary, but he also was confused about what was going on. He wanted to do the right thing, but he wasn’t sure what that right thing was—until God stepped in. Once he heard from the Lord, Joseph put all his fears and concerns behind him. Just like Mary, he probably heard the snickers behind his back and saw the scowls of those who didn’t believe his story. His reputation probably took a shot, but obeying God and getting the chance to help raise the Son of God was worth the trouble.
“… Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.21 And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins.22 Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying,23 Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.24 Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife:25 And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name Jesus.” (Matthew 1:20b-25)
7) Jairus: When your best isn’t good enough (Mark 5:21–43, Matthew 9:18–26; Luke 8:40–56). Jairus did everything the right way. When his daughter was on the brink of death, he turned to Jesus for help. But his world still fell apart. Like a lot of biblical fathers (and contemporary dads), he faced a challenge of faith in that moment. He could give up or choose to keep trusting Jesus. He remained faithful, and it made all the difference in the world.
“While he spake these things unto them, behold, there came a certain ruler, and worshipped him, saying, My daughter is even now dead: but come and lay thy hand upon her, and she shall live.19 And Jesus arose, and followed him, and so did his disciples.” (Matthew 9:18-19)
“While he yet spake, there came from the ruler of the synagogue’s house certain which said, Thy daughter is dead: why troublest thou the Master any further?36 As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, he saith unto the ruler of the synagogue, Be not afraid, only believe.” (Mark 5:35-36)
“And he put them all out, and took her by the hand, and called, saying, Maid, arise.55 And her spirit came again, and she arose straightway: and he commanded to give her meat.56 And her parents were astonished: but he charged them that they should tell no man what was done.” (Luke 8:54-56)
Tom Stearns, WASI Chaplain, 907 715-4001 chaplain@alaskaseniors.com
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