In 1908,the third Sunday of June.
In most countries, Father's Day is the third Sunday of June.

It varies in other countries:

• Australia: first Sunday of September
• Germany: celebrated on the Ascension of Christ, the Thursday 40 days after Easter
• Uruguay: second Sunday in June
• Korea: May 8
• Thailand: celebrated on the birth of the current king, December 5

In the United States: Third Sunday of June.
It comes on the 19th of June.
In 2014, Father's Day will fall on Sunday, June 15.

1. Does he like to read? Ask him what his three favorite reads are, and buy one.
2. Is he a work addict? Find some awesome tools at Home Depot...or even Walmart.
3. Does he like to be on the computer? Try a new mouse pad or upload new screen savors.
4. Is he a cook? Try some new and improved cooking tools! Like a updated blender or funky new cooking items.
5. Is he lawn obsessed? Buy stuff for the lawn. A new rake maybe? Even some cool lights for the driveway!
6. It all depends on what he's into. Think of something sweet. You can even make something homemade for him. Decorate a box and fill it with manly goodies like small tools, chips (yum!) mouse pad, computer tools, pens, even a cool shirt!
7. Cufflinks
8. a new shirt
9. a new pair of shoes
10. Depending on how into technology the receiver of this gift is, an iPad, iPod or iPhone are good gifts (or personalized cases for his technology)
11. Maybe a scrapbook of pictures
12. Chocolate letters spelling out DAD
13. movie tickets
14. tools
15. new music
16. concert tickets
17. gift-card to his favorite restaurant
18. Personalized golf balls - if your dad loves hitting the greens, try this: find 12 old golf balls and some permanent markers. Then, tap into your inner artist, and give them your personal touch - color them with his team's favorite colors, make caricatures of your family, camouflage them, etc.
19. Dinner - make Dad his favorite meal
20. Take dad out for dessert
21. Lawn chair
22. Socks
23. Magazine subscription
24. Framed family picture
25. Manly diaper bag for a new dad
26. Tie
27. Personalized luggage tags for traveling
28. BBQ tool kit
29. Infused liquor
30. Micro-brew beer
31. Sports jersey
32. Toiletry case
33. Wallet
34. Cooler
35. Hammock
36. Steak dinner at his favorite restaurant

Homemade

1. A card saying thanks for all he does for you
2. A list of the reasons why you appreciate him
3. A homemade meal - dinner or brunch!
4. Cookies or cake
5. Mix CD of your favorite songs

Free

1. A big hug
2. A clean room
3. A car wash
4. No fighting with your siblings for one day
5. An album of photos of you and your dad
6. Mow the lawn
7. Do the dishes
8. Tell your Dad how much he means to you. Some kids don't have fathers or have fathers who are absent. Tell him how much you appreciate him.
9. A day off!
10. Research free events in your area - concerts, plays, museum tours, etc.
11. Make a family tree

Yes, today is father's day if it is June 19th. If it is not June 19th, then it's not father's day.
Tie and cuff link set

Scriptures for Father's Day1 John 3:1 - "How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God!"

Ephesians 6:4 - "Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord."

Proverbs 20:7 - The righteous man leads a blameless life; blessed are his children after him.

Eph 6:1-4 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. "Honor your father and mother," which is the first commandment with a promise, [see Ex. 20:12] "that it may be well with you, and you may be long-lived on the earth". [see Deut. 5:16] And fathers, do not provoke your children, but nurture them in the discipline and admonition of the Lord.

2Co 6:15 And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel?

2Co 6:16 And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.

2Co 6:17 Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you,

2Co 6:18 And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty.

1Ti 5:8 But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.

Hebrews 12:9 - Furthermore, we have had human fathers who corrected us, and we paid them respect. Shall we not much more readily be in subjection to the Father of spirits and live?

Luke 15:18-24 - the story of the prodigal son

Song of Solomon 2:2 As the lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters.
For nearly 100 years, families have celebrated Father's Day honoring fathers, grandfathers and other paternal figures. On the third Sunday in June, families gather for fellowship, food and fun. Families may attend church together for Father's Day, even if they do not do so regularly.

Every year, on Father's Day. pastors, preachers and teachers tend to present messages directed atfathers, praising and admonishing fathers or expressing items of particular interest to fathers.

Several Scriptures offer excellent advice and encouragement for fathers.

Top Ten Bible Instructions for Fathers

Those attending church services on Father's Dayare likely to hear some of these Scriptural passages cited from the pulpit or lectern in a Father's Daysermon or teaching.

A Father's Orders

"Hear, O Israel!

The Lord is our God,

the Lord is one!

You shall love the Lord your God

with all your heart

and with all your soul

and with all your might.

These words,

which I am commanding you today,

shall be on your heart.

You shall teach them diligently

to your sons

and shall talk of them

when you sit in your house

and when you walk by the way

and when you lie down

and when you rise up.

You shall bind them

as a sign on your hand,

and they shall be as

frontals on your forehead.

You shall write them

on the door posts of your house

and on your gates."

(Deuteronomy 6:4-9, NASB)

This classic Old Testament passage, taken from the Torah (or Pentateuch, in Greek), is known as the"Shema." These Bible verses offer the basic foundation for biblical parenting, making this Scriptureideal for a Father's Day sermon or teaching.

A Father's Treasure

"Don't you see

that children are God's best gift,

the fruit of the womb

his generous legacy?

Like a warrior's fistful of arrows

are the children of a vigorous youth.

Oh, how blessed are you parents,

with your quivers full of children!

Your enemies

don't stand a chance against you;

you'll sweep them right off

your doorstep."

(Psalm 127:3-5, MSG)

Although parents may grow weary and frustrated at times, the Scriptures remind fathers (and mothers) that children are to be treasured as gifts from God. These Bible verses may ring truer in aFather's Day sermon or teaching than any other date on the calendar, but they are ever true.

A Father's Discipline

"My son, do not hate the Lord's training.

Do not object when He corrects you.

The Lord trains those He loves.

He is like a father

who trains the son he is pleased with."

(Proverbs 3:11-12, NIrV)

Must fathers be reminded in a Father's Day sermon or teaching to discipline their children? Perhaps not, unless they are permissive parents. Discipline is certainly a far cry from punishment, or it ought to be. The motive and method may differ drastically.

These Bible verses offer encouragement for godly fathers, attempting to steer their children throughScriptural parenting. Father's Day is a great day to honor those fathers who offer consistent and loving discipline.

A Father's Character

"Honesty lives confident and carefree,

but Shifty is sure to be exposed."

(Proverbs 10:9, MSG)

An honest father, who lives with authenticity and integrity, may be honored and celebrated daily, but particularly on Father's Day. This Bible verse highlights a father who is the same man at home as he is at work, at church and in public. The Scriptural promise of peace and confidence for such an honest man is a true blessing, especially in a sermon or teaching.

A Father's Words

"He who has knowledge

spares his words,

and a man of understanding

has a cool spirit."

(Proverbs 17:27, AMP)

Words have power to bring encouragement or discouragement, motivation or distress, particularly from a father to a child. This Scriptural admonition points particularly to fathers, who carry nearly unlimited influence over their youngsters, at least for a time.

This Bible verse fits neatly into a Father's Day sermon or teaching, as it offers a clear description of the speech habits and self control of a godly father.

A Father's Leadership

"Don't fail to correct your children.

You won't kill them by being firm,

and it may even save their lives."

(Proverbs 23:13-14, CEV)

Dads who dare to discipline, tempered with wisdom and patience, actually demonstrate their love for their children. Fathers who care enough to pay attention and exercise godly authority can steer their offspring in a positive direction.

Although this Scripture may seem aimed at correcting children, as it is, the Bible verse is also fitting for a Father's Day sermon or teaching, because it offers important instruction for parenting.

A Father's Sonship

"Hearken unto thy father

that begat thee,

and despise not thy mother

when she is old."

(Proverbs 23:22, KJV)

Although they may grow into adults, sons remain sons of their parents, as long as those parents live. This Bible verse offers a wonderful Father's Day reminder for fathers. Although adults may not be guided daily by their own parents, they are still called by Scripture to respect and honor them. ThisBible verse is most appropriate for a Father's Day sermon or teaching.

As fathers enjoy the affection and accolades of Father's Day, may they remember to honor and bless their own dads as well.

A Father's Testimony

"Tell it to your children,

and let your children

tell it to their children,

and their children

to the next generation."

(Joel 1:3, NIV)

Wise words are not lost on younger generations, even when they do not seem to be listening. The lessons and legacies of the past can only be continued, if they are shared with future generations.

This Old Testament Bible verse admonishes fathers to pass on their experiences, stories and lessons of faith to their offspring. What could be a more appropriate Scripture for a Father's Day sermon orteaching?

A Father's Temper

"Fathers,

do not irritate and provoke

your children to anger

[do not exasperate them to resentment],

but rear them [tenderly]

in the training and discipline

and the counsel and admonition

of the Lord."

(Ephesians 6:4, AMP)

Has any father not been irritated or exasperated at some time by the behavior, words or attitudes of his children? Even so, the Scriptures warn fathers about the dangers of provoking children through tyrannical parenting and unfair parenting.

This Bible verse contains plenty of truth for a Father's Day sermon or teaching on fatherhood with firmness and fairness, the blessed balance.

A Father's Patience

"Fathers,

do not provoke or irritate

or fret your children

[do not be hard on them

or harass them],

lest they become discouraged

and sullen and morose

and feel inferior and frustrated.

[Do not break their spirit.]"

(Colossians 3:21, AMP)

This Bible verse might be a strategic tandem for the previous one in a Father's Day sermon orteaching, as it confirms the Scriptural truth expressed in Ephesians 6:4.

Perhaps the fact that the Apostle Paul had opportunity to address the same issue with both the Ephesian and Colossian churches indicates that this may be a common concern for fathers and children. Why not address this issue in a Father's Day sermon or teaching?

Paternal Preaching and Prayer

Of course, a Father's Day sermon or teaching ought to be accompanied by specific prayer for fathersand families. Without the Lord's help, who could be a suitable, faithful and godly parent?

About Father's Day

Actually, Father's Day started in 1909. Sonora Smart Dodd, a young person in Spokane, Washington, was listening to a Mother's Day sermon in church. Sonora's mother had died in childbirth, and her father, Henry Jackson Smart, a Civil War veteran and farmer, was raising Sonora and her five siblings as a single parent. Sonora decided, then and there, to celebrate a special day to honor her father.

In 1924, U.S. President Calvin Coolidge officially urged Americans to celebrate a national Father's Day. By 1966, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed a Presidential Proclamation, designating the third Sunday of June as Father's Day. President Richard M. Nixon signed a 1972 bill, making the holiday legal, official and permanent.