Now that US elections are over, what does it mean for us dads with families?

As it quickly became evident who the next US President would be, I actually got excited.

What?!?

No, not excited about who the next President will be.

After all, Barack Hussein Obama has the amazing non-partisan rank of 3rd most liberal Senator based on his actual voting record after only two years in office!

Knowing that a significant portion of the American people actually voted for someone with this record as their leader is very revealing of the true condition of the United States.

And that is what excites me — I see opportunity ahead.

Yes: Opportunity.

Opportunity for light to shine in darkness.

Opportunity for those of us dads who have found true life, hope, peace, and power in Jesus Christ to love people and offer real answers — real solutions — to their problems.

Because dark indeed will be the days ahead.

And the darker things become, the brighter true light will shine.

“You ARE the light of the world” is what Jesus said to His followers in Matthew chapter 6.

Not “TRY to be light” or “You SHOULD be light.”

So from one family dad to another, let me encourage you today to press on with greater hunger, desire, and resolve…

* To know God, study the Bible, and walk by faith

* To prioritize your family like never before

* To master your finances instead of be mastered by debt

* To improve your physical fitness without slacking

* To build strong, encouraging friendships with other dads

I believe these are the five core areas for dads with families to focus on: Faith, Family, Finances, Fitness, and Friendships.

In the midst of the darkness, great opportunity lies ahead to share abundant life with those who will be hurting, deceived, or facing hard times.

“I have come that they might have life, and have it abundantly” said Jesus Christ in John 10:10.

Blessings to you and your family,
Joey Watkins
Founder, FamilyDads

PS – Know a dad who is “bummed” about the election results? Send him to this blog post to encourage him about the opportunities ahead.