I understand your concern about not being able to take care of your family, but let me tell you, it's not about being able to take care of them financially or physically, it's about being there for them emotionally and spiritually. As a pastor, I've seen many families struggle with this very issue, but the truth is, it's not about what we can or can't do, it's about what we're willing to do. My wife Susan and I have been married for 19 years, and we've had our ups and downs, but we've always prioritized our family and made sacrifices for their well-being.
As a parent, it's not about being perfect, it's about being present. My son Joshua is 17, and my daughter Rebecca is 14, and they need me to be there for them, to guide them, to support them, and to love them. It's not about what I can provide for them, it's about who I am to them. And as a Christian, I believe that family is a sacred institution, and we're called to prioritize it above all else. In Genesis 2:24, it says, "For this reason a man shall leave his father and his mother, and be joined to his wife; and they shall become one flesh." That's a commitment to put our family first, to put our spouse and children above our own desires and needs.
So, I would encourage you to re-evaluate your priorities and consider what's truly important to you. Is it your family, or is it something else? As a pastor, I've seen many people put their careers, their hobbies, or their own desires above their family, and it's always a recipe for disaster. But when we prioritize our family, we're not just taking care of them, we're taking care of ourselves. We're building a legacy, we're creating a sense of purpose, and we're living out God's plan for our lives.