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My Father And Me

June 15, 2015 by Joyce Cortes Mackenroth 20 Comments

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My Father And Me

Father’s Day is coming soon. Personally, I have not seen my biological father myself since I was 5 years old. I do not know him well; I only know that this person was my father. Sadly, my father died of his heart disease with an unknown cause when I was only 19 years old. He was 47 years old; he was too young to die. I was so kind of disappointing, because my mother did not allow me to meet my biological father for some reasons. Wow, my mother did not want me to visit him. If my father was alive today, I could be more grateful to spend more time with him.

Unfortunately, I have no pictures of my father and I. I guess that my mother might keep hiding my father’s pictures somewhere at her house and she does not want me to know who he was. I have no knowledge of whereabouts in my father’s family. I have some tweaking memories of my father in my mind and heart. I am glad that some memories of my father would never be faded.

Even if my father and mother abandon me, the LORD will hold me close.

– Psalm 27:10 (NLT)

… More importantly, I have a good Father today – the Mighty Lord. He is here to take care of me anywhere, any day, and – any minutes. I am aware that God will never leave me, because He loves me and He is still with me no matter where I go…

 The Lord is my light and my salvation.

– Psalm 27:1 (NLT)

… I am glad that the Lord knows I am His child. The Lord is always on my side no what happens, because He is a very merciful and forgiving Father…

But the Lord our God is merciful and forgiving, even though we have rebelled against him.

 

 – Daniel 9:9 (NLT)

… I wish that my father could be here today and I could have my chance to share the good news with him about Jesus Christ so he could be saved and the Lord could take him home with him. I could not tell more. But I am certain that my father knew that I loved him as well as he loved me as his only daughter.

If you have lost your father, please remember that your father can never be replaced by anyone in your heart, because he is always with you – in your heart. And if your father is alive today, what would you do with him on Father’s Day?


Filed Under: Christian Encouragement, Parenting + Children

About Joyce Cortes Mackenroth

My name is Joyce. I'm a founder of Unshakeable Joy. I'm a follower of Christ and I am a woman to blog whatever I feel like - a faith-based blog where I write and share about food + drink, personal growth, spiritual encouragement, Christian living, and others. I am a mother of two adult sons and a blessed wife. Click here to learn more about starting a blog.

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  1. Carolyn

    June 15, 2015 at 20:07

    Thanks for your honest words–and I love your perspective! 47 was certainly too young to lose your biological father, and I’m sure it’s still an ache for you that you didn’t get to form a relationship with him. How beautiful a thing to have the relationship with our heavenly Father to help ease that pain!

    My mom and dad live down the street from us, so we’ll get together on Father’s Day–maybe for some popcorn and a movie, our favorite!

    Found your blog through SITS Girls link up 🙂

    Reply
    • Joyce Cortes Mackenroth

      June 17, 2015 at 01:19

      Carolyn,

      Oh, I am glad that you came to find here from the SITS Girls. Thank you for stopping by here. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Ronda Ogilvie

    June 17, 2015 at 12:11

    I no longer have my dad as cancer stole him away at the age of 54. If he was still here I would meet up with him for a bbq and a beer for Fathers Day! I am sorry you didn’t get to know your dad the way you may have liked, hopefully someday you will find some pictures of you and him.

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    • Joyce Cortes Mackenroth

      June 17, 2015 at 12:58

      Ronda,

      Oh, I am sorry. I guess that we have the same page. I am sure that the Lord spends His time with our fathers. And we will meet them in heaven someday. Anyway, thank you for stopping by here.

      Reply
  3. Jen

    June 17, 2015 at 12:59

    So sorry about your father. You are right that he is in your heart.

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    • Joyce Cortes Mackenroth

      June 17, 2015 at 13:26

      Jen,

      Thank you for stopping by here. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Kim

    June 17, 2015 at 13:08

    I’m sorry you lost your father so young. You must have many questions that may quite possibly never be answered. I am happy to hear though that you do have some memories of your father. I hope that brings some comfort!

    Reply
    • Joyce Cortes Mackenroth

      June 17, 2015 at 13:28

      Kim,

      It’s okay. I have some tweaking memories of my late father. However, I am sure that the Lord is with him. Thank you for stopping by here 🙂

      Reply
  5. Michele

    June 17, 2015 at 13:16

    I wish you could have known more about your father. it will always leave a whole. Thank goodness you found a higher father.

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    • Joyce Cortes Mackenroth

      June 17, 2015 at 13:30

      Michele,

      Amen! Thank you for stopping by here. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Kim @ This Ole Mom

    June 17, 2015 at 13:20

    Ronda, I am glad to hear you have a close relationship with the heavenly father and he gives you comfort. I could only imagine how you must have felt growing up not having a relationship with your biological father. I am sorry to hear he passed at such a young age.

    Reply
  7. LydiaF

    June 17, 2015 at 14:07

    My father also died before he reached 50. It’s a great regret that he wasn’t able to meet his grandchildren. Now I’m older than he was when he died. I’m sorry you weren’t able to have a relationship with your father or his family but I’m glad you’ve been able to find comfort in your faith.

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    • Joyce Cortes Mackenroth

      June 17, 2015 at 14:52

      Lydia,

      I am sorry that your late father hadn’t met with your grandchildren. But, I am sure that your late father has watched you and your family. So I’d appreciate your visiting here. Thank you 🙂

      Reply
  8. Allison (funfamily.vacations)

    June 17, 2015 at 14:56

    Very thought provoking post. I am glad that you have found comfort. I’m sure your dad knows you think about him.

    Reply
    • Joyce Cortes Mackenroth

      June 17, 2015 at 15:37

      Allison,

      Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  9. Debrah Nadler

    June 18, 2015 at 09:41

    I am so sorry you did not get to meet your father. I do believe he knows how you feel and loves you.

    Reply
    • Joyce Cortes Mackenroth

      June 18, 2015 at 14:46

      Debrah,

      Thank you for stopping here. I really appreciate it 🙂

      Reply
  10. Irion

    June 18, 2015 at 19:58

    This is so sad. I can’t imagine growing up without knowing my dad.

    Reply
  11. Tirralan - Tinseltown Mom

    June 20, 2015 at 14:06

    Your biological father is not here, but praise God you have your Heavenly Father. What a nice post.

    Reply

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