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Your Question:
What happens when I can't take care of my family?
Answer:
As a pastor and a husband, I've seen firsthand the challenges of caring for a family. It's not always easy, and there are times when I feel like I'm stretched too thin. But when I'm unable to take care of my family, I know that I'm not just letting them down, I'm also letting God down. As a Christian, I believe that I have a responsibility to care for my family, and when I fail to do so, it's a failure of my faith. When I'm unable to care for my family, I worry about the impact it will have on them. My wife Susan and I have worked hard to raise our children, Joshua and Rebecca, to be strong in their faith and to know the importance of family. But if I'm not there to provide for them, to guide them, and to support them, I fear that they will be left vulnerable to the influences of the world. As a father, it's my job to protect them and to help them grow into the people God wants them to be. In times of struggle, I turn to scripture for guidance. I pray for wisdom and strength, and I ask God to help me be the husband and father He wants me to be. I also remind myself that I'm not alone in this struggle. As a church leader, I've seen many families face similar challenges, and I know that with God's help, we can overcome them. But when I'm unable to take care of my family, I know that I need to seek help and support, whether it's from my church community or from a trusted friend or mentor.
Sources:
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
sacred marriage
gary thomas
old testament theology
waltke
the war on children
john macarthur
biblical critical theory
christopher watkin
practicing the way
john mark comer
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
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