For Each Precious Dad...A Thank-you Prayer

Happy Father's Day! (and prayers for God to comfort those who are mourning the loss of 'dad' this year) My Dad My children's Dad My grandchildren's Dad Thank-you God, for each of them! Our Father who art in HeavenYou gave us dads here belowTo be an earthly reflectionOf the love that You bestowDads, so steady, kind and givingStrength on which his family banksWorking hard to earn a livingOften without praise or thanks Our Father who art in HeavenBless each precious dad todayMake Your face to shine upon themAs they trust you and obeyGrant them strength, wisdom and patienceLet Your Word direct their thoughtCheer these unsuspecting studentsAs by a child, they are taught Our Father who art in HeavenComfort those who mourn ‘dear dad’Pour Your unfailing love on themAs they miss who once they hadThen, help us to love and honour‘Dearest Daddy’ while we maySo we thank You, Heavenly FatherFor each precious dad today © Janet Martin Num.6:24-26“The Lord bless you    and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”