The Complexity Of Parental Love

PARENTS! WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH TODAY? Our Father’s Day message explores the painful and distant relationship between King David and his son Absalom: “And King David, now reconciled to Annon’s death, longed to be reunited with his son Absalom.” (2 Samuel 13:39 NLT)

The King’s unspoken love for Absalom resulted in resentment and wounds which went unhealed. As a result, David failed to reunite with his son before Absalom’s death. Parents – are you distant from your children because of hurt? Love and failure can co-exist. This is the mystery and complexity of parenting. What will you do with today?