Tag Archives: fathers’ day

COMFORT FOR A BROKEN FATHER

Posted on June 19, 2022 by oneta hayes

About six or seven of us were sitting at a round table enjoying one of those Sunday dinners that Southern Baptists are famous for. He was sharing a bit from his past history as we all were – a get … Continue reading →

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“THE” MAN

Posted on June 21, 2020 by oneta hayes

Jesus is the Being who lived, laughed, loved, in the manner with which I can identify.  He also carried the same sorrows which I sometimes carry.  In all those ways, he modeled behavior which was pleasing to his Father. In … Continue reading →

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MEN

Posted on June 19, 2020 by oneta hayes

Men, men, what would I do without them? I am blessed with many good men in my life: Sons, Grand-sons, Brother, Brothers-in-law, Nephews, Pastor, and Friends – And most of all, my husband, Sammy. Without him —- Instead of picking … Continue reading →

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NO SUBSTITUTE FOR FATHER GOD

Posted on June 16, 2019 by oneta hayes

HAVE YOU NOTICED Mark 3:34-35? When Jesus said those who do God’s will “will be my brother, sister, and mother.”  He did not say anyone else would be his father.  No one could take the place of his Father. We … Continue reading →

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MEET THOMAS HAYES

Posted on June 14, 2019 by oneta hayes

This father’s day salute goes to Rev. Thomas Hayes, my father-in-law and spiritual leader for many years of my life. To my blogging friends who did not know him, a bit of an introduction. One of Tom’s daughters, an English … Continue reading →

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TAKING CHILD TO JESUS

Posted on June 15, 2017 by oneta hayes

“Welcome your wandering child back home,” will likely be good advice given from pulpits this Sunday, Father’s Day.  And it is a good one and it is scripture based on the story of the Prodigal Son.  This is tied to … Continue reading →

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TOUGH AND TENDER – Fathers

Posted on June 19, 2016 by oneta hayes

  “I won,” said Papa Sammy.  Six-year-old Pete sat sad faced. Not only had he lost but he lost by 28 Uno cards!  He quietly and thoughtfully said, “Can I call my Dad?”  Call his Dad!  Pete lost the game … Continue reading →

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LET’S HEAR IT FOR ALEX

Posted on June 18, 2016 by oneta hayes

THIS IS NOT A POST FOR MEN!  This is a post for women mostly younger than I.  (Who is not?)  My generation started the “women in the work force” movement – the time for women to be free – whoopee! … Continue reading →

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GOD, THE IDEAL FATHER

Posted on June 21, 2015 by oneta hayes

What characteristics would you want in an ideal Father? He would keep you fed, clothed, and sheltered. He would keep you safe (fight the bullies for you). He would love you. You could tell him everything.  He would give you … Continue reading →

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A PLACE IN MY HEART

Posted on June 14, 2015 by oneta hayes

My first father’s day salute goes to Rev. Thomas Hayes, my father-in-law and spiritual leader for many years of my life.  To my blogging friends who did not know him, a bit of an introduction.  One of Tom’s daughters, an … Continue reading →

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