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Papa Was a Rolling Stone

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Co-Pastor Ezekiel Perez | November 5, 2024

The Fountain Apostolic Church

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Sermon Notes:

  • Proverbs 22:6

    • It's possible to be a man after God's own heart, making heaven your home, but leave a mess behind of your family.

    1. Seek to understand the impact addiction & trauma plays on our children.
      1. Psalm 147:3
      2. We ought to provide a safe & stable environment for our children.
        1. Proverbs 22:6
        2. Our families need to heal through connection & communication.
          1. James 1:19
          2. Provide resources for emotional & spiritual healing for our children.
            1. 2 Timothy 1:7
            2. We ought to model a life of faith & hope to our children.
              1. Romans 15:13

                2. King David's Failures in Emotional Availability as a Father

                1. Lack of Discipline and Justice with Amnon and Tamar
                  1. Event: Amnon’s assault on Tamar (2 Samuel 13:1-22).
                  2. David’s Response: Though angered, David took no disciplinary action against Amnon.
                  3. Impact: Tamar was left without justice, and Absalom harbored deep resentment, ultimately killing Amnon (2 Samuel 13:23-29).
                  4. Reflection: David’s passivity led to unresolved pain and family division.
                  5. Alienation of Absalom
                    1. Event: Absalom avenges Tamar, kills Amnon, and flees (2 Samuel 13:37-39).
                    2. David’s Response: Though David longed for Absalom’s return, he kept him at a distance for two years after his return to Jerusalem (2 Samuel 14:24, 28).
                    3. Impact: This estrangement contributed to Absalom’s rebellion and death (2 Samuel 15-18).
                      1. Reflection: David’s inability to reconcile with Absalom created a rift that ultimately led to tragic consequences.
                      2. Neglect of Adonijah
                        1. Event: Adonijah attempts to seize the throne without David's knowledge (1 Kings 1).
                        2. David’s Response: He had "never displeased him" by holding him accountable (1 Kings 1:6).
                        3. Impact: This lack of guidance allowed Adonijah to feel entitled, leading to his eventual downfall.
                        4. Reflection: David’s failure to correct Adonijah reveals the need for active parental involvement and boundaries.
                        5. Failure to Comfort and Engage with His Children Personally
                          1. Observation: David was often distant and preoccupied with his role as king, limiting his emotional engagement.
                          2. Impact: His children experienced instability, division, and betrayal, often lacking consistent guidance or support.
                          3. Reflection: David’s emotional absence led to destructive family dynamics, underscoring the need for fathers to provide both stability and emotional support.
                          4. Reflection on David’s Legacy as a Father
                            1. Lesson: David’s story demonstrates that even a strong relationship with God does not replace the need for attentive, engaged parenting.
                            2. Takeaway: Spiritual leaders are called to balance both faith and family responsibilities, being present and available to nurture healthy relationships.


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