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You won’t think about him the same after watching “Show Me the Father.”                                                                                    Dear Friend, Think about your dad for a moment. What comes to your mind?   Good thoughts, like having a catch in the backyard? Or painful, because he let you down? Dads can make our hearts full, but they can also break our hearts. Either way, one thing is true: Deep within us, God has given every single person a basic human need for a father — a heavenly Father, who is good, who knows you, and who wants to walk with you every day. Fatherhood and faith are important parts of your life. That’s why I am encouraging Focus on the Family households like yours to watch the inspiring, new documentary film by the Kendrick brothers called “SHOW ME THE FATHER” — in movie theaters nationwide on Friday, September 10. Go to ShowMeTheFatherMovie.com to watch the trailer, find a theater showing the film, and buy tickets. You and your family will love the true stories about how fathers (and father figures) make an impact — and how good dads are desperately needed in our world. I’ve seen a preview of “SHOW ME THE FATHER,” and it will stir your soul. No matter how you see your dad right now, you’ll come away thinking about him — and your relationship with God — in a new light. Take your spouse and your family to see this great film. You’ll be blessed! May God bless your family today, Dr. Danny Huerta Vice President, Parenting & Youth Focus on the Family Focus on the Family 8605 Explorer Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80920 1-800-A-FAMILY (232-6459) Update your preferences or unsubscribe if you do not want to receive this type of email or any future emails from Focus on the Family. © 2021 Focus on the Family. Source Code: 1133805