The role of the father was originated by God and is indispensable to His plan. The connection between a father and his child is built on respect, trust, and a loving relationship. Dr. Aust discusses the communication between Paul and Timothy as an example of a father-son relationship. As the apostle Paul mentors the new pastor Timothy, he explains the relationship God wants to have with us and how to seek to be approved by our Father.
Philip Aust serves the Atlanta and Buford, Georgia United Church of God Congregations. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Theology from Ambassador College, a Master's Degree in Communication from California State University, Fullerton, and a Ph.D. in Communication from the University of Oklahoma. Philip and his wife, Sarah, have two children.