Fearlessly Courageous
Desk of Dennis Piller
6 13 2025
Fathers Day. Just Another Holiday. NO IT’S NOT!
God named you Fathers after Him. The highest honor that God could put on a human was to give him his own name. Father! The most essential component of the human family is Fatherhood.
Wow, have you ever thought of that? In Greek, it is translated as Abba or Potter. It means: Nourisher, sustainer, protector, progenitor, Pro creation…That’s where genetic coding comes from. It comes from the Father…The source of our Jesus. Even for those who don’t know their dads, they carry them in their bloodstream. The major genetic makeup of your life…your foundation, comes from your Father. Why is that so much more important than just a definition?
When Father God gave Moses the 10 commandments, he didn’t do it to create a religion but a country, a nation, A community. A nation is made of laws…as is a community…a family.
Rule number one: Honor the Lord thy God and put No Other Gods before you. Meaning there must be a standard, and God himself set that standard for this nation he had created and called. It’s how a nation knows what is right and wrong, good and bad, acceptable and unacceptable. (Boy, have we drifted) But there MUST be an ultimate authority. You must know and see that when a nation has more than one god, it starts unraveling as a nation. Civil strife and confusion set in.
So, God has just begun. His number two commandment. The # 2 law. Honor your father and your mother. (do you think that was coincidental that it is number 2?)
God is building a country, and to build it strong, you must honor your father and mother.
Why? Let’s take it out of the church realm.
He did it for national security. WHAT?
Think about it. God’s laws are civic, cultural, social, and spiritual… God is building a country and instructed Moses to tell them that the #2 most important thing they must do is honor their Father and mother.
When we don’t, we go against national development. When you curse your father, you are against the foundation of society. God says, “I’m giving you land…property, but you must be sure to keep my laws.”
The second law was the first law with a promise.
Why? so it will go well you, so you will enjoy a long life. And can you think of the opposite of that promise? What are the consequences of not keeping that command?
How about society will do better without you when you dishonor your father and mother?
You are a threat to the nation. They would be better without you. Let’s take this beyond opinion.
Let me give you some research and statistics.
Father Absence and Poverty
• Children in father-absent homes are nearly four times more likely to live below the poverty line (48–50% vs. ~12%) reddit.com+15worldmetrics.org+15safatherhood.com+15.
• According to the 2021 U.S. Census, 18.4 million U.S. children (≈1 in 4) live in fatherless households go-beyond.biz+1reddit.com+1.
Father Absence and Educational/Behavioral Risk
• 71% of high school dropouts are from fatherless homes reddit.com+12gitnux.org+12reddit.com+12.
• 85% of youth in prison come from father-absent households reddit.com+15worldmetrics.org+15worldmetrics.org+15.
• 90% of homeless/runaway children are from fatherless homes gitnux.org+13worldmetrics.org+13reddit.com+13.
How about Spiritual Negligence: Eternal Risk for Generations
• Children are 4× more likely to grow up in poverty—a condition that often limits access to faith environments and makes them more susceptible to spiritual drift reddit.com+3fatherhood.org+3fatherhood.org+3.
• Prison, behavioral disorders, homelessness, and suicide are strongly correlated with fatherlessness—each increasing the likelihood of a life lived apart from hope and the gospel.
Without a father’s presence and spiritual mentoring, the power of the gospel is curtailed, and generational impact is lost. You men…You Fathers, were designed by God to lead not just economically but spiritually. When relationships have become broken, we are called to restore them in gentleness and humility, which will impact 1000 generations.
God himself gave you your name…Father… and called you.
Genesis 2:15 – “The Lord God took the man and put him in the garden to work it and keep it.”
Ephesians 5:23, 25 – “The husband is the head of the wife… Husbands, love your wives…”
I know what the culture is saying about men today and it isn’t pretty. In fact, it’s demeaning. But God created men to lead, not for dominance, but for protection, provision, and spiritual direction. This design still stands, no matter what culture says.
Can I ask: What messages about manhood did you receive growing up?
Where do you feel affirmed or discouraged as a leader in your family?
Would you do something for yourself?
Write a one-sentence prayer asking God to reignite your leadership calling—and share it with another man. Be accountable!
The Cost of Absence — What’s at Stake?
Statistical Wake-Up Call:
• 1 in 4 children in the U.S. live without a father in the home.
• Fatherless children are 4x more likely to live in poverty, 2x more likely to suffer from depression, and 7x more likely to become pregnant as a teen.
• 85% of incarcerated youth come from homes without a father.
A father’s absence leaves a vacuum—in finances, emotional stability, and spiritual legacy. It is a vacuum that is destroying our nation. But God can restore and redeem any brokenness.
What am I saying.
Malachi 4:6 – “He will turn the hearts of fathers to their children…”
Joel 2:25 – “I will restore the years that the locust has eaten…”
• Is there an area of neglect or absence that you need to take ownership of?
• Has God already begun a restoration process?
Would you confess one regret as a Father to God in prayer? Then write a note or message of encouragement to a child (young or grown)—expressing love and desire to reconnect spiritually.
Reigniting Spiritual Leadership in Grown Children
I was reading an old letter from 35 years ago, and the middle-aged woman said she had never spoken to her mom about God. I have found that it is so true about so many people….so many families. Taking them to church will rarely be enough to have a relationship…with Christ.
Psalm 78:5-7 – “…so the next generation would know [God]… and put their trust in Him.”
Psalm 71:18 – “Even when I am old and gray… I will declare Your power to the next generation…”
Your grown children still need you spiritually—even if they don’t say it. Your humility, consistency, and prayers can rekindle their faith.
• Are you afraid your window of influence has closed? Why or why not?
• What spiritual truth or story from your life might inspire them?
Can I encourage you to send your grown child a brief testimony—one paragraph—about a time God carried you. End it with, “I’m praying you know His love like I have.”
Spiritual Authority in a Culture of Confusion
Joshua 24:15 – “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” It is never too late to lead.
Cultural confusion doesn’t erase divine order. Fathers are spiritual watchmen, and reclaiming that role brings order, peace, and blessing. But it will take courage.
Reflection Questions:
• Where have you allowed culture to define your role instead of Scripture?
• How can you begin reclaiming spiritual authority in your home or family?
Would you pray daily for one week over your family—by name. Speak aloud and with authority. He will help you know what to do next.
Proverbs 13:22 – “A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children.” That’s you!
2 Timothy 2:2 – “Entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.” It’s never too late.
Create a simple “legacy statement.” Example:
“I want to be remembered as a man who loved Jesus, loved his family, and never gave up on grace.”
Write it. Frame it. Live it.
Lord I am believing that June is the month of my restoration In _______________ and _____________ (please name them.) June will be a month of taking back what Satan has stolen, it will be a month of restoration of what the canker worm has eaten and taken away. Financially, relationally, we declare June is our month of restoration of the glory of the lord in our lives, which was scattered.
What we lost will come back in his blessings, and his beauty, and what he has said concerning us. We pull down every stronghold that has stunted the path of God’s blessings. Lord, forgive me for being so lukewarm in my battles with the enemy. Forgive me for not taking Sunday’s high ground before now. But Lord, today is the day we have drawn a line in the spirit. No More Satan! Take your hands off of my life, In ___________ and __________ I take back the authority you have stolen from me, and I proclaim the victory of Sunday. Of your promises to bless me, my family, and my health and finances. When you are with me, Lord, NO ONE can stand against me.
So, Lord, receive the prayers and prophetic words of your scripture that June is our month of taking back the high ground in these areas. June will be our Sunday of believing your blessings are for us, and your protection is upon us to restore what was stolen. In Jesus’ Name.
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Prayer Requests
I understand that many of you face personal challenges as we navigate these prophetic times together.
I want you to know that we genuinely care about what you’re experiencing. If you have a prayer need, please send it to Dennis@Fearlesslycourageous.com. Either I or someone from our prayer team will personally lift your request before the Lord.
Remember, you’re not walking through these difficult days alone. We’re standing with you in faith, believing that God hears and answers prayer.
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