DO - KNOW - EXPERIENCE (The Intentional Father & Family) *


Intentional Father Framework

Three practical categories: DO, KNOW, and EXPERIENCE ... Be intentional with His Word in hand! With scripture* references for every point of concern.

DO *

Point Scripture *
1. Take time for God  Matthew 6:33
2. Call home regularly Exodus 20:12
3. Do your best — more than expected  Colossians 3:23
4. Apply for and pay your own credit card bills  Romans 13:7
5. Do simple maintenance on your car and around the house  Proverbs 24:27
6. Be handy around the house 1 Timothy 5:8
7. Be financially smart  Proverbs 21:5
8. Basic first aid  Luke 10:34
9. Car & home maintenance  Proverbs 27:23
10. Financial knowledge Proverbs 22:3
11. Cook for himself Proverbs 31:15
12. Help others whenever possible Galatians 6:10
13. Do his best in everything he does Ecclesiastes 9:10
14. Have financial literacy Luke 14:28
15. Problem-solving skills James 1:5

KNOW *

Point Scripture *
1. How to put loved ones first — you can do this Philippians 2:3–4
2. Know the Lord; they are loved 1 John 4:10
3. Power of prayer & relationship with God Philippians 4:6–7
4. Life is hard; perseverance matters Romans 5:3–4
5. How to manage a home 1 Timothy 3:4–5
6. God’s forgiveness 1 John 1:9
7. Life can be hard; you will need grit in difficult times  John 16:33
8. Whatever happens, God allows for a reason  Romans 8:28
9. God is with him always  Joshua 1:9
10. Know who Jesus is and the significance of the Gospel story in your life John 3:16
11. Trust Jesus for purpose; do not follow the world or culture blindly Romans 12:2
12. God is the source of wisdom and purpose in life Proverbs 3:5–6
13. Family will always be there to support you Ecclesiastes 4:9–10
14. Know love and sacrifice John 15:13

EXPERIENCE *

Point Scripture *
1. The outdoors; times of service to others Psalm 19:1
2. Times with friends away from work; new adventures Proverbs 17:17
3. Unplugged love & exploration of nature; mission trips Matthew 28:19
4. Camping / hiking Psalm 121:1
5. Fixing up a classic car Genesis 2:15
6. Backpacking; fishing / hunting trips Matthew 4:19
7. Experiencing nature — fishing, camping, hunting Romans 1:20
8. Volunteering in community service 1 Peter 4:10
9. Building great friendships Ecclesiastes 4:12
10. Visit a 3rd world country or impoverished community Proverbs 19:17
11. Go to college Proverbs 4:7

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