God's silence is not His absence. Sometimes we aren't listening enough, sometimes He's letting us put into practice what He has taught us, sometimes He's waiting to see if we'll choose Him or our own flesh. I fall into putting God into a box with my Earthly fathers, but He is so much better, He is infallible, He is perfect and wants us to choose Him. For me, a silent Earthly father was an absent one. Not God, He will never leave me or forsake me. Have a great day gentlemen, if you're struggling with His silence today, remember that He is with you and lean on Him not your own understanding.

So my daughter has my "justice gene" and really wants her brother to be punished for his actions. She will often say things like Giddy did this....that's a bad choice, then I'll agree it was a bad choice and she'll say "so he gets a spanking right?" We spank for federal offenses in our house not misdemeanors. Well today, I was cleaning the barn out and she is yelling about how Gideon did something and he needs to be punished for it. I found myself calmly saying "Vivian you are not his daddy, I am, and I get to decide if he gets punished or not." I didn't even get to finish what I was saying before I felt God almost smile and say "NOW, now you are understanding." I judge and say "well he... or well she....they...blah blah blah so why do I get punished more harshly for a "lesser" offense to God. Now I'm understanding 😊 Using my children to teach me lessons. I love it. Do you have any examples of God teaching you through your children?

I want to bring again to your attention another offering from C2G. Mitchell Van Lannen is a wise man and great host. This is an opportunity to share with your lady. Here’s the link with information and directions. Confirm with Mitchell your plans to attend. https://www.skool.com/fatherseekers/c2g-huddle-a-micro-group?p=140311ae barry/fs

Hello, Men of Greatness! Our next small group meeting is on the 26th at 1:30 pm, which gives everyone time after their church services to make it over. You are nudged to bring your wife, girlfriend, fiancé, good ole ball and chain, even… however, not the best term to use for your loving other half… but we can work on that 👌 & Friends who could benefit from having somewhere to connect. Food will be provided; please let us know who's planning to come and how many people you're bringing so we can meet demand in the kitchen. Our Scripture for the men's study will be "Ephesians 2:8-10 (NIV) declares that salvation is a gift from God, received by grace through faith, not earned by works, so that no one can boast." The ladies will have fellowship time with my wife in the house when we break off. I will also provide pin drops for my place in a separate message. For more information, message Mitchell Van Lannen directly. N7640 State Highway 47 Black Creek, WI 54106 https://maps.app.goo.gl/XaJADjZVxQrBAkXW9?g_st=ic https://maps.apple/p/Wuhm-ZRbx_gz~x barry/fs Mark C2G

I pushed hard in this one. Seems to be the trend in the last few. Sensing urgency. Invite a friend. barry/fs