Proverbs 28:7 NKJV

[7] Whoever keeps the law is a discerning son, but a companion of gluttons shames his father.

Aside from being a hard worker, I didn't do much to make my dad "proud". I was the rule breaker. I made good grades to avoid getting into trouble. I stayed out late, played music in bars, and lived a less than polished life. I ran with a rough crowd and made a lot of bad decisions.

I always wondered why he stayed after me about certain things. Looking back, I believe he saw an untapped potential that had remained untouched. Dad knew I was capable of so much more than I was doing. He didn't get to see the best version of me.

Fast forward four years after his passing, I made it to a pivotal crossroads that forced me to stop being self-reliant and start depending on Jesus. God used a mess I made to change my perspective on my future, my life, and my legacy. I no longer live my life for selfish reasons. I live to love, serve, and honor the Lord. I want to make my dad and my Father proud.