Deep inside the psyche of any man is the question: “do I have what it takes?” (Credit due to John Eldridge for this observation. Read his books.)

Fathers, I want to encourage you that you have what it takes. You may feel beaten down, tired, unnecessary. But your role is crucial.

Your presence is critical in the lives of your children and your strength is invaluable to your wife.

Stay in the game. Keep up the fight. It’s worth it.

You don’t have to feel like you have what it takes. Allow that feeling of weakness to brew in you a humility that drives you to your knees. Dependency on the Lord will be your strength.

As you turn your eyes upward, THE Father will give you the power to re-engage your family. Not in a domineering way, but with a presence of mind and heart that bears weight in your family.

Don’t give up, men.

Remember that your strength comes not from your accomplishments but from your creator. He’ll give you what you need.

Live pure, speak true, right wrong, follow the King— 
Else, wherefore born? 

ALFRED LORD TENNYSON