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Your Question:
Why did my child have to go through this?
Answer:
As a father, I can only imagine the challenges you're facing with your child. It's heartbreaking to see them struggle with decisions that can affect their well-being. In our household, we've had our share of struggles with Joshua, our 17-year-old son. He's at an age where he's trying to assert his independence, and it's not uncommon for him to push boundaries and test limits. As parents, Susan and I have learned to recognize when Joshua is genuinely struggling with a decision or feeling overwhelmed by a situation. We've also learned to differentiate between defiance and fear. When Joshua refused to go to class, we took the time to understand what was behind his behavior. It wasn't about being defiant, but rather about being fearful of the situation. By recognizing and addressing the root cause of his fear, we were able to help him feel more comfortable and confident. As a pastor, I've seen many families struggle with similar issues. It's not about being the "bad guy" or withholding punishment, but rather about teaching our children the value of responsibility, accountability, and forgiveness. By modeling these values and having open and honest conversations with our children, we can help them develop the skills they need to navigate life's challenges and make wise decisions.
Sources:
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
confronting christianity
rebecca mclaughlin
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
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