A Life of Purpose • A Legacy of Faith


The Intentional Father (Chapter 16)

A Life of Purpose • A Legacy of Faith

“Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.” — 1 Corinthians 16:13–14

🔑 OPEN IT

  1. What does it mean to be an intentional father rather than a passive one?
  2. Who most influenced your understanding of fatherhood growing up?
  3. What legacy do you hope to leave for your children?
  4. How do purpose and faith shape the daily decisions of a father?

?Questions and Answers

1. What is the central message of “The Intentional Father”?

• Intentional fatherhood is about living with purpose, direction, and spiritual leadership, not drifting through parenting.
• Fathers are called to lead their families toward God, not merely provide for them.

Parallel Verses:
• Joshua 24:15 – “As for me and my house…”
• Deuteronomy 6:6–9 – Teach diligently
• Psalm 127:1 – The Lord builds the house

2. How does a father lead with purpose?

• By setting a spiritual direction for the home
• By modeling obedience and faith
• By discipling children intentionally

Parallel Verses:
• Proverbs 22:6
• Psalm 78:4–7
• 1 Corinthians 11:1

3. What does it mean to love with intent?

• Love is active, present, and shaping
• Fathers must speak life, listen deeply, and build trust

Parallel Verses:
• Ephesians 6:4
• Colossians 3:21
• 1 Corinthians 13:6–7

4. What legacy should an intentional father leave?

• A legacy of faith, identity, and spiritual strength
• Passing truth from one generation to the next

Parallel Verses:
• Psalm 145:4
• 2 Timothy 1:5
• Hebrews 12:1

5. What biblical themes define intentional fatherhood?

Key Themes:

  • Be the Light → Matthew 5:14–16
  • Teach Diligently → Deuteronomy 6:6–9
  • Work with Excellence → Colossians 3:23–24
  • Depend on God → John 15:5
  • Finish Strong → 2 Timothy 4:7

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Key Truths from Chapter 16

  • Intentional fatherhood is spiritual leadership in action
  • Love must be deliberate, not assumed
  • Legacy is built through daily faithfulness, not occasional effort
  • Fathers are called to reflect God’s heart to their children

A father’s influence is not measured in moments—but in the direction he sets for generations.

APPLY IT

Practical Actions for Fathers

  1. Start Each Day with God
    • Pray, read Scripture, and set spiritual focus
    • Matthew 6:33
  2. Be Present on Purpose
    • Your time is your greatest investment
    • Psalm 90:12
  3. Create Lasting Traditions
    • Build rhythms that point to God
    • Exodus 12:26–27
  4. Encourage and Build Up
    • Speak life and celebrate growth
    • 1 Thessalonians 5:11
  5. Point Them to Christ
    • The ultimate goal is not success—but salvation
    • John 14:6

KEY SCRIPTURES

  • Joshua 24:15
  • Ephesians 6:4
  • Deuteronomy 6:6–9
  • 1 Corinthians 16:13–14
  • Colossians 3:23–24
  • 2 Timothy 4:7

FINAL REFLECTION

“Be intentional today. Change a life forever.”

Raise sons who know:
Who they are • Whose they are

CORE THEMES

IDENTITY • PURPOSE • BLESSING • LEGACY

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