THE WORK OF THE FATHER
What He DOES Text: Matthew 6:32, Psalm 23:1
INTRODUCTION
Love is proven by action. A father who only says "I love you" but never shows up is not enough. Our Father shows up. Here are 12 ways He works for us:
12 WORK REVELATIONS
- A PROVIDER FATHER Matthew 6:31-32
He knows you need rent, food, school fees.
Philippians 4:19 “My God shall supply all your need.” He owns everything. Don’t beg like an orphan. - A PROTECTOR FATHER Psalm 27:5
“He shall hide me in His pavilion.” From accidents, evil arrows, bad news, and witchcraft. His angels encamp around you. Psalm 34:7 - A HEALING FATHER Exodus 15:26
Jehovah Rapha. He heals sickness, broken hearts Psalm 147:3, broken marriages, and generational wounds. Bring Him the pain. - A TEACHING FATHER Deut. 1:31
Like a daddy teaching a child to walk. He carries you when you’re weak. John 14:26 The Holy Spirit is our Teacher. - A SHEPHERD FATHER Psalm 23:1
He leads, feeds, restores, and walks through the valley with you. You will not lack direction or provision. - A DISCIPLINING FATHER Hebrews 12:6
Correction is proof of sonship. He’s not punishing you, He’s preparing you. The pain now is for glory later. - A JUST FATHER Psalm 82:3
He defends the oppressed. That stolen idea, that delayed promotion, that injustice — He is Judge. Psalm 35:1 - A DELIVERING FATHER Psalm 34:17
“The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles.” From debt, addiction, depression, attacks. - A GUIDING FATHER Isaiah 30:21
“Your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, ‘This is the way, walk in it.’” He won’t let you miss your destiny. - A RESTORING FATHER Joel 2:25
He restores the years the locust has eaten. Time, money, relationships, reputation. He gives beauty for ashes. - A STRENGTHENING FATHER Isaiah 40:29
“He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might He increases strength.” When you’re tired, He carries you. - A BLESSING FATHER Deut. 28:2
“All these blessings shall come upon you and overtake you.” He wants to bless your work, your family, and your seed.
APPLICATION
1. Stop striving, start trusting: Your Father is already working behind the scenes.
2. Bring your needs to Him: He’s not bothered by your requests. 1 Peter 5:7
3. Thank Him in advance: Gratitude unlocks more of His work.
