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How do I forgive my child for stealing from me?
Answer:
Forgiving your child for stealing from you is a crucial step in healing and restoring your relationship. As a parent, I've learned that asking for forgiveness is essential. Sit down with your child and look them in the eye, reminding them that you love them unconditionally, even when they make mistakes. Explain that you believe in their ability to do better next time and that you're there to support them. It's also essential to model forgiveness and humility in front of your child. If you've lost your temper or made a mistake, ask your child for forgiveness and explain why your actions were hurtful and wrong. Tell them that you're asking God for the strength to live a life of self-control, just as you're helping them to do the same. This helps your child see that you're not perfect and that you're working on your own flaws, just like they are. As you work through forgiveness with your child, it's also important to help them understand the consequences of their actions. If they've stolen something, they should return the item and offer something else in addition to it. This teaches them about restitution and taking responsibility for their actions. And, of course, encourage them to pray for forgiveness and to ask the person they wronged to forgive them as well. This helps them develop a sense of empathy and compassion for others.
Sources:
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
meaning of marriage
timothy keller
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
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