In today’s culture, fathers get a bad wrap. Either they don’t show up for their kids at all, or if they do, they are heavily criticized. On this episode of God Hears Her, hosts Elisa Morgan and Eryn Eddy talk to Dr. Meg Meeker about the significant role a father plays in our lives. Discover the qualities of a godly father, how to encourage the men in your life to be a strong father, and how to heal from a broken relationship with your own father.

 

About Our Guest:

Dr. Meg Meeker is a pediatric doctor and the founder of Parenting Great Kids. She is also the author of multiple books, including bestseller Strong Fathers Strong Daughters. She currently lives and works in Traverse City, Michigan with her husband, Walter.

 

Notes and Quotes: 

• “Assume your husband feels a little intimidated by your daughter.” —Dr. Meg Meeker 
• “Fathers bring something to the home that mothers don’t.” —Dr. Meg Meeker 
• “A mother’s love feels nonnegotiable, but a father’s love feels negotiable.” —Dr. Meg Meeker 
• “Single mothers try to play the role of mom and dad, but they should focus on just being the best mom.” —Dr. Meg Meeker  
• “God can fill any hole we have in our heart.” —Dr. Meg Meeker 
• “Never talk poorly about your husband to your children.” —Dr. Meg Meeker 
• “Dads, your child wants you. A dad doesn’t need a child, but a child needs a dad.” —Dr. Meg Meeker 
• “The truth is we’re all grieving (men and women), because all of our fathers messed up in some way, and that’s why we need Jesus.” —Dr. Meg Meeker
• “We all need perfect love, protection, and peace.” —Dr. Meg Meeker 

 

Verses: 

• Colossians 2:9–10

 

Links: 

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• Free Resource: https://odb.org/US/2018/06/09/the-perfect-father
• Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters by Dr. Meg Meeker