God's plan for humanity included the concept of family from the beginning. God made man first, then woman to be his helpmeet and man to be the head of the family. The responsibility of man as the head of the family is illustrated throughout the scripture and the impact of the man not taking that responsibility leads to curses. Studies show that the impact of an absent father leads to higher rates of youth in prision, high school dropouts, suicides and homeless or runaway children. The father has the responsibility of transmitting the truth of God to the children. There is a difference between a legacy, heritage and inheritance. Because a legacy is something that is passed on that has a lasting impact and consequential change, the legacy of a father is more important than any inheritance of monetary things. There is a spiritual battle to keep fathers out of the family and out of church. Listen in as Pastor Ouellette challenges the church and fathers to make sure they are committing to the responsibility of being a father the way God intended. Click here for slides from this message
