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Your Question:
How can I leave my children with enough to survive after I'm gone?
Answer:
As a father of two nearly grown children, Joshua and Rebecca, I've come to realize that leaving them with enough to survive after I'm gone is not just about providing financially, but also about equipping them spiritually and emotionally. As a pastor, I've seen many families struggle with this transition, and I believe it's essential to have open and honest conversations with our children about our values, faith, and expectations. By doing so, we can help them develop a strong sense of identity and purpose, which will serve them well as they navigate the challenges of adulthood. One of the most important things I've learned is the importance of prayer in this process. As my children have grown older, I've found that prayer has become a vital means of influence in their lives, even as they've become more independent. By praying for them regularly, I can ask God to guide them, protect them, and provide for them, even when I'm not physically present. This has helped me to release my need to control and manipulate their lives, and instead, trust God to work in and through them. As I look to the future, I want to make sure that Joshua and Rebecca have a solid foundation to build on. This means teaching them the importance of hard work, responsibility, and giving back to their community. It also means modeling these values myself, and being willing to let go of my need to control and direct their lives. By doing so, I believe I can give them the gift of freedom, and help them to thrive as independent adults, even when I'm no longer physically present.
Sources:
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
sacred marriage
gary thomas
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
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