The document discusses the importance of fathers and legacy. It argues that modern society has damaged the role of fathers by reducing their time with children and focus on provision over mentoring. It then defines legacy as anything handed down through generations, like values and character, rather than just money or inheritance. Finally, it outlines the "Three T's of legacy" as being traceable, tangible, and transferable, and encourages fathers to teach values, model integrity, and lead children consistently to establish a legacy.
2. The Challenge of Fatherhood
Modern society is shredding fatherhood.
The male no longer understands his role
Zero time with children
Focus is on provision than on mentoring
Mothers are doubling as fathers
Vices are on the upsurge especially fraternal rape and
homosexuality
3. Certified Presenter
Purpose
It is a Universal Law
Fatherhood involves
preserving,
teaching and
guiding future generations.
It is a Gift
4. Importance of Fathers
Fatherhood is important for the following reasons:
It shapes destiny
It gives identity
It provides purpose
It determines potential
It determines generational longevity
It guides the direction of a nation
5. What Is a Legacy?
Anything left by will, bequest.
Thing handed down to successor
It is a bequest {endowment, settlement}
estate,
gift,
heirloom,
inheritance
Source: Harper Collins Compact Dictionary and Thesaurus
6. What is it Not
A legacy is not:
An estate
Money
Inheritance
It is about impacting people and generations:
Focuses on:
teaching values,
transferring a good name
An investment of the gift of experience
7. The Three “T”s of a Legacy
A legacy is
Traceable
Tangible
transferable
8. The Legacy Process….
Teach values, principles and morals: Note schools will not do much.
Model integrity and right living
Lead your child consistently and sacrificially
Align commitment by transferring your faith, culture to your successors
9. STEAM…..
Start with a plan
Train your child…this is more than a classroom experience
Establish an estate and process
Align your dream
Maintain discipline