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Your Question:
how can i still be a good parent if i'm struggling to make ends meet?
Answer:
As a pastor and a father of two, I've seen firsthand the challenges of parenting in today's world. When it comes to struggling to make ends meet, I believe the first step is to submit ourselves to God and ask for His help. We need to pray and ask the Holy Spirit to lead us as we navigate the difficulties of parenting. This means being honest with ourselves and with God about our limitations and our need for His guidance. As parents, we often feel like we're failing our children when we're struggling to make ends meet. But the truth is, parenting is a journey, not a destination. We need to focus on being present with our children, even if we can't be as involved in their daily lives as we'd like. This means making time for them, even if it's just a few minutes a day, and being intentional about creating memories and experiences that will last a lifetime. It's not about being a perfect parent; it's about being a present and loving one. In our household, my wife Susan and I have had to be creative with our parenting approach. We've had to balance our work and family responsibilities, and we've had to rely on each other for support. But through it all, we've tried to stay focused on what's truly important: our relationship with God and our relationship with our children. We've learned that even in the midst of chaos and uncertainty, God is always with us, guiding and directing us as we navigate the ups and downs of parenting.
Sources:
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
the war on children
john macarthur
philippians colossioan philemon
r kent hughes
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