This clearly teaches that mothers as well as fathers are to be obeyed. Mothers and fathers have a shared authority over the children. But in verse 21 fathers are addressed in particular. Why this is so is the issue we will take up tonight. There is a peculiar role that the Scripture gives to husbands and fathers.
Fathers bear a special responsibility for the moral life of the family.
So I urge you to take that responsibility, fathers, and that you be the kind of man who gives hope and happiness and confidence to your children because you yourself have found your hope and your happiness and your confidence in God.