Ordained elder T. Songzalian read out Psalm 100 and invoked the presence of God in the worship service. The congregation sang hymns of praise and ordained elder T. Tuanmuanthang dedicated the offerings.
Nu Grace Nemching and Nu Chinglian gave short speeches on the responsibilities of fathers in the family. Nu Nemching read out Proverbs 22:6 and briefly talked about the need for fathers to train up their children in the knowledge and instruction of the Lord. Citing examples from the way her father brought her up, she shared how the values she learnt from her father stayed with her even to this day. Nu Chinglian read out Isaiah 38: 8, 15; Job 1:5 and Psalm 128 and talked about the role and responsibilities of fathers as the head of the family. She touched upon how king Hezekiah was told by God to set his house in order as he was going to die; how Job regularly offered burnt offerings for each of his children in case they sinned against God and how Noah was able to save his family and all species of creatures. Lastly, she said that a God fearing father brings blessing on his children and grandchildren.
The Baptist Children Department presented all fathers with a small gift. Sarah read out a letter written for fathers.
Pastor Lamkhanthang read out Proverbs 23:24 and prayed for all fathers. Thereafter, the Dorcas Fellowship presented a special number, letter for all fathers as well as a small gift. Nu Neihkim from the Dorcas Fellowship also presented a special number in honor of all fathers.
Pastor Lamkhanthang made an announcement regarding the first Sunday school test exam and informed the congregation that exam papers may be submitted till the next Sunday.
Pastor G Khankham gave the Father’s Day message. He began by asking whether all is well in the family and in the relationship between husband and wife. He challenged the congregation to make a fresh start by doing what they ought to do but had not done earlier; to turn away from all wrong doings; to seek forgiveness and to forgive one another for healthy relationships and health of the family. He talked about the parable of the prodigal son and urged the congregation to turn back to God who is always ready to welcome us with open arms. Lastly, Pastor said that if all is well in the family and in our relationships with one another, then Setan will have no room in the family.
The worship service ended with a benediction by ordained elder T. Thianzakham.
