My husband and his dad are a wonderful example of this Proverb. This picture was taken at the 50th celebration for my in-laws (15 years ago)!

The generations exclaim this truth that father figures are ultimately important, not only in the first generation but in the subsequent generations. In fact, father love can make the family (or sadly enough -without it, can break the family).

Who teaches such compassion, encouragement and comfort? YHWH, God our Heavenly Father has shown forth His character of forgiveness and mercy. He desires to be involved in our lives in such a way that we receive His comfort and encouragement daily.

This is only possible through God’s Son and our Savior, the LORD Jesus Christ. Jesus has provided peace for mankind. The Holy Spirit provides us with daily help until the moment we can be reunited together in heaven someday.

Until then, let us rejoice in our wonderful fathers and grandfathers. In so doing, we put a crown on their heads, meaning authority and dignity. -Teresa

Proverbs 17:6 (ESV)

⁶ Grandchildren are the crown of the aged,
    and the glory of children is their fathers.