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Your Question:
how do i keep my family together during this crisis?
Answer:
As a pastor and a husband, I've seen my fair share of family crises. And I've learned that one of the most important things you can do to keep your family together during a crisis is to speak with one voice. When my wife Susan and I disagree, we make it a point to talk to each other, pray together, and seek wise counsel from someone we trust. This helps us to present a united front to our children, Joshua and Rebecca, and to model for them what it means to work through difficult times together. Another key thing is to prioritize quality time with your family. With busy schedules and growing social needs, it's easy to get caught up in our individual pursuits and neglect our relationships with each other. But I've found that taking the time to listen to my children, to hear their concerns and validate their feelings, is essential to building strong relationships. By doing so, we can create a safe and supportive environment where our children feel comfortable sharing their significant issues with us. In times of crisis, it's also essential to remember that we're not alone. As a family, we can come together to pray and seek guidance from God. We can also seek out wise counsel from trusted friends, family members, or mentors. And when all else fails, we can rely on the power of forgiveness and mercy to heal and restore our relationships. By doing so, we can emerge from the crisis stronger and more united than ever before.
Sources:
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
meaning of marriage
timothy keller
depression
edward welch
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
old testament theology
waltke
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