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Your Question:
How do I deal with the shame of being a single parent?
Answer:
I can relate to the struggle of dealing with shame as a parent. As a pastor and a husband to Susan, I've seen my fair share of parenting mistakes. I've learned that it's essential to submit ourselves to God and ask for His help in raising our children. This means praying as the Holy Spirit leads us, listening to His prompting in our hearts, and partnering with God to be the parents He wants us to be. It's crucial to recognize that we're all imperfect parents, and it's okay to make mistakes. In fact, it's a normal part of the parenting journey. What's not okay is allowing shame to consume us and affect our relationships with our children. Shame can lead children to believe they're bad, stupid, or dumb, and it's our job as parents to guard their hearts and help them know themselves. By being wise and discerning, we can avoid burdening our kids with our own unresolved issues. As a parent, I've learned that it's essential to take responsibility for our actions and seek forgiveness when we've made mistakes. This doesn't mean we're perfect, but it means we're willing to learn from our mistakes and grow as parents. By doing so, we can model self-control and teach our children the importance of taking responsibility for their actions. This, in turn, can help them develop a healthy sense of self-worth and avoid the negative effects of shame.
Sources:
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
the war on children
john macarthur
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
depression
edward welch
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