Elkanah, An example of a father II - Bishop Josephat

Elkanah, An example of a father II - Bishop Josephat

Bishop Josephat W. Mukemi | 3 September 2023

Bishop Mukemi's sermon focused on Elkanah as a model father and underscored the pivotal role fathers play in their families. He highlighted 1 Samuel 1:3-5, illustrating Elkanah's commitment to leading his family in worship and setting a spiritual example. The bishop also discussed how men, as family heads, can be targets for negative influences, citing Genesis 3:7 as a cautionary tale. His message emphasized fathers' responsibility to guide their families in faith and the profound impact of their actions on their households. Overall, the sermon stressed the importance of active paternal involvement in nurturing their families' spiritual well-being and exercising careful leadership.