Proverbs 4:1-5 Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction;pay attention and gain understanding.2I give you sound learning,so do not forsake my teaching.3For I too was a son to my father,still tender, and cherished by my mother.4Then he taught me, and he said to me,“Take hold of my words with all your heart;keep my commands, and you will live.5Get wisdom, get understanding;do not forget my words or turn away from them. NIV

I. God’s model for manhood begins with a life of ______and ______.

Philippians 2:19-21 19I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered when I receive news about you.20I have no one else like him, who will show genuine concern for your welfare.21For everyone looks out for their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. NIV

A. A good father is one that lives his integrity both in private and in public.

B. A good father is one who cares for his family but also shows concern for others.

C. A good father is one who has a proven track record.

Philippians 2:22 22But you know that Timothy has proved himself, because as a son with his father he has served with me in the work of the gospel. NIV

II. God’s model for manhood continues through ______.

Proverbs 20:7 The righteous lead blameless lives;blessed are their children after them. NIV

A. Living a right life is the only way a father can truly bless his children.

B. Living a right life is modeled better than it is taught.

C. Living a right life is like an ongoing building project.

2 Peter 2:5 5you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. NIV

III. God’s model for manhood is strengthened through ______of ______.

Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” NIV

A. Courage is what drives you to stand strong in your faith.

B. Courage comes through the power of God’s Spirit working in your life.

C. Conviction holds you up when the world constantly tries to tear you down.

Hebrews 3:13 14We have come to share in Christ, if indeed we hold our original conviction firmly to the very end. NIV

Conclusion:

Acts 4:13 When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus. NIV