God and Jesus – Father, Husband and Friend

Dear Sister,

As we celebrate Father’s Day, we honor the men who have had the most significant impact on our lives. There is something wondrous in masculinity, in the way God created man. There is mystery to the rough, strong, dominant, powerful essence that resides in the heart of a man.

Not all men display each of these characteristics in equal amounts, but there is a desire for provision and protection that resides in the heart of masculinity. There is a desire within femininity that longs to be provided for, cherished, and protected. All of these general instincts and qualities that have been instilled in the fibers of our being point to a deeper picture of how God interacts with his chosen people. Over and over again, God depicts his people as his betrothed. “And I will betroth you to me forever. I will betroth you to me in righteousness and in justice, in steadfast love and in mercy.” Hosea 2:19 “For your Maker is your husband, the Lord of hosts is his name; and the Holy One of Israel is your Redeemer, the God of the whole earth he is called.” Isaiah 54:5

In our fallen and broken world, not all experiences that relate to the men who have played a part in our lives have been positive. However, the desire for meaningful connection leads us to God and Christ. God is the ultimate husband and father who will never leave us or forsake us. God is perfect —never unfaithful — and provides what is best for us. Ephesians 5:25 says, “Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loves the church and gave himself up for her.” Christ loved the church so much that He humbled Himself from His throne and came as a human to give Himself up so that we might be saved.

We thank the husbands and fathers who sacrifice their lives and desires to protect and provide for their families. Thank you for giving us a glimpse of the faithful and steadfast love that our heavenly Father shows. We are grateful for all that they do, in big and small ways, to take care of their households, even during times when they are not thanked for going to work every day or showing love to their families.

Whether you have experienced this masculine love on this earth or you long for it now through your Heavenly Father, it can ultimately be yours through the saving grace of Jesus and our Heavenly Father. Whether your husband or father has provided for you or not, God and Christ are our ultimate protectors and providers. He will never leave us or forsake us. His covenant is with us for eternity.

Your worth is immeasurable. You have been bought at a price. You are loved.

Love,

Kayleen Moore