Philip Nippress - September 6, 2026
The Importance of the Role of the Father
(Luke 15:11-32; Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Ephesians 6:1-4) Fatherhood can carry very different experiences and emotions for each of us. Yet throughout Scripture we see the significant role fathers can play in loving, guiding and shaping the lives of their children. Beginning with Jesus’ picture of a father who continues to love a wayward son, Philip explores what Scripture teaches about the responsibility of fathers, the influence they can have, and the importance of combining love, instruction and appropriate boundaries. Join us as we consider the importance of fatherhood, and the wider community that helps children grow towards maturity and faith.
From Series: "Unique To Luke"
Luke offers stories found nowhere else in the Gospels - stories of reversals, grace, unexpected guests, and surprising salvation. These passages reveal Jesus’ heart for the overlooked and His commitment to confront both pride and despair. Whether through Zacchaeus, the penitent thief, or the parable of the Great Banquet, the series celebrates a Saviour who notices, invites, restores, and rejoices.