Father's Day 2025

A Sermon by Caleb Dubois and Kwame Dapaah-Afriye, members at Victory Church in Providence, RI

Faithfulness

• Introduction and Definition
  • Gratitude for the pastor and the church’s commitment to teaching the word of God without compromise.
  • Definition of faithfulness from Webster’s dictionary: steadfastness in affection, allegiance, adherence to promises, and truth to facts or standards.
• Biblical Example: Daniel
  • Daniel’s faithfulness to God despite societal and governmental pressures.
  • Daniel’s consistent prayer life and refusal to compromise his devotion, even when threatened with the lions’ den.
  • Comparison of Daniel’s faithfulness to modern distractions, such as social media, and a call for Christians to set different priorities.
• Practical Application
  • Encouragement to spend more time in prayer and Bible reading, challenging the congregation to be distinct from societal norms.
  • Emphasis on faithfulness during difficult times, not just when it is easy or convenient.
  • Personal testimony of how faithfulness led to spiritual growth and blessings in the speaker’s life.
• Impact of Faithfulness
  • Daniel’s faithfulness resulted in societal transformation and influenced even the king.
  • Christians are encouraged to be set apart and to influence society by example, not confrontation.
  • Reference to Romans 12:2 about being transformed by the renewing of the mind.
  • The importance of role models and setting examples for younger generations in the church.

Integrity

• Introduction and Emotional Context
  • Addressing the emotions of fathers and men on Father’s Day, recognizing different experiences and backgrounds.
  • Encouragement that identity is defined by God, not by upbringing or past failures.
• Biblical Example: Jacob
  • The story of Jacob’s lack of integrity and the consequences of living a life of deceit (Genesis 27–32).
  • The importance of alignment between words, actions, and influence—integrity means consistency and authenticity.
  • The transformative encounter between Jacob and God, leading to a new identity and changed behavior.
• Call to Integrity
  • Integrity is not perfection but honesty before God and willingness to seek His help.
  • The church’s need for people of integrity who walk differently and reflect God’s character in their lives.

Awakening the Mighty Men

• Spiritual Awakening and Encouragement
  • A call for men in the church to “wake up” spiritually and embrace their responsibilities and calling.
  • Recognition that all are imperfect and in need of God’s grace, but each has the potential for greatness in God’s kingdom.
• Prayer and Blessing
  • A corporate prayer for the awakening and empowerment of men in the church, asking God to restore, anoint, and bless them and their families.
  • Encouragement for mutual support, prayer, and unity among men, emphasizing the importance of community and intercession.
• Conclusion
  • Final words of appreciation and blessing for the men, celebrating their role and encouraging them to live out their faith boldly.