Daily Meditation

Forgiveness can be one of the hardest steps to take, especially when it involves the deep wounds left by a father’s shortcomings. In this heartfelt devotional, Lynette Kittle explores how unforgiveness can become a barrier, not just in our relationships with our fathers, but in our walk with God.

Rooted in Ephesians 6:4 and the truth of God’s character, this reflection invites us to consider the healing that comes from releasing bitterness and embracing the love of our Heavenly Father. In forgiving our fathers, we don’t excuse their failures—we open our hands to receive the perfect love and guidance of our true Father in Heaven.

📝 Main Takeaways


Learn how holding onto bitterness towards your father can hinder your relationship with God.


Be reminded that forgiving your father doesn’t overlook their wrongs—it sets you free to fully receive God’s love.


Find hope in God’s promise to be the perfect Father you’ve longed for, even when your earthly father falls short.


Discover why letting go of past hurts is essential for walking hand-in-hand with the Lord.

📖 Bible Verses Referenced


Ephesians 6:4 – “Fathers, do not exasperate your children…”


Psalm 68:5 – “A father to the fatherless…”


Isaiah 41:13 – “I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand…”


1 John 4:19 – “We love because He first loved us.”


Romans 5:8 – “While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

🙌 Calls to Action


Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily encouragement in forgiveness and faith.


Share this episode with someone navigating father wounds and struggling with forgiveness.


Leave a review to help others find biblical encouragement and healing.


Explore more devotionals on forgiveness and healing at BibleStudyTools.com.

🔗 Resources & Mentions


How to Forgive Your Father – Crosswalk.com


The Power of Forgiveness in Healing Family Relationships – Christianity.com

Daily Meditation
Forgiveness can be one of the hardest steps to take, especially when it involves the deep wounds left by a father&rsquo;s shortcomings. In this heartfelt devotional, Lynette Kittle explores how unforgiveness can become a barrier, not just in our relationships with our fathers, but in our walk with God.
Rooted in Ephesians 6:4 and the truth of God&rsquo;s character, this reflection invites us to consider the healing that comes from releasing bitterness and embracing the love of our Heavenly Father. In forgiving our fathers, we don&rsquo;t excuse their failures&mdash;we open our hands to receive the perfect love and guidance of our true Father in Heaven.
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📝 Main Takeaways
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Learn how holding onto bitterness towards your father can hinder your relationship with God.
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Be reminded that forgiving your father doesn&rsquo;t overlook their wrongs&mdash;it sets you free to fully receive God&rsquo;s love.
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Find hope in God&rsquo;s promise to be the perfect Father you&rsquo;ve longed for, even when your earthly father falls short.
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Discover why letting go of past hurts is essential for walking hand-in-hand with the Lord.
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📖 Bible Verses Referenced
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<a data-start="1527" data-end="1594">Ephesians 6:4</a> &ndash; &ldquo;Fathers, do not exasperate your children&hellip;&rdquo;
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<a data-start="1645" data-end="1707">Psalm 68:5</a> &ndash; &ldquo;A father to the fatherless&hellip;&rdquo;
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<a data-start="1744" data-end="1809">Isaiah 41:13</a> &ndash; &ldquo;I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand&hellip;&rdquo;
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<a data-start="1876" data-end="1939">1 John 4:19</a> &ndash; &ldquo;We love because He first loved us.&rdquo;
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<a data-start="1983" data-end="2044">Romans 5:8</a> &ndash; &ldquo;While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.&rdquo;
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🙌 Calls to Action
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Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily encouragement in forgiveness and faith.
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Share this episode with someone navigating father wounds and struggling with forgiveness.
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Leave a review to help others find biblical encouragement and healing.
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Explore more devotionals on forgiveness and healing at <a href="https://www.biblestudytools.com/" data-start="2460" data-end="2515">BibleStudyTools.com</a>.
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🔗 Resources &amp; Mentions
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<a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/family/singles/how-to-forgive-your-parents-for-childhood-pain.html">How to Forgive Your Father &ndash; Crosswalk.com</a>
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<a href="https://www.christianity.com/wiki/prayer/prayer-for-family-pray-for-healing-and-protection-of-family.html">The Power of Forgiveness in Healing Family Relationships &ndash; Christianity.com</a>
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Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily...

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Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God today.

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