WHAT MY CHILDREN CAN EXPECT OF THEIR FATHER

Copyright © 5 March 1996, by Michael S. Cole, M.D.

1. I will always love you no matter what.

2. I will always revere, love, and obey God.

3. I will always love your mother no matter what.

4. I will spend eternity in Heaven.

5. I will remain faithful to my marriage vows.

6. I will be faithful in attendance and participation at every Sunday morning, Sunday evening, and mid-week service of the Church of Christ.

7. I will pray for you daily.

8. I will obey the laws of the government and the rules of those who have authority over me so long as there is no conflict with the laws of God.

9. I will never drink alcohol, never smoke, and never use drugs for myself or others for non-medical purposes.

10. I will do the very best I can with whatever tasks assigned to me.

11. I will treat others with respect and kindness regardless of their age, sex, race, religion, occupation, cultural background, or social class.

12. I will not let any stressful circumstance of life interfere with my commitment to and trust in God.

13. I will not allow anyone to persuade me to do anything that I know isn't right.

14. I will never ask nor instruct you to do anything that is contrary to the laws of God or man.

15. I will accept the responsibility for my own bad choices.

16. I will sacrifice my own wants and needs if necessary to provide you with the necessities of life.

17. I will respect your right to be different and to have your own opinions.