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Your Question:
Why did my adult child turn against me?
Answer:
As a parent, I've learned that when our child turns against us, it's often a reflection of our own flaws and mistakes. As the passage says, "A parent's life is a child's guidebook. Your kids are copying you." This means that our children are mimicking our tone of voice, expressions, and the way we communicate displeasure. If we don't have a heart of obedience and self-control, how can we expect our children to do the same? I've seen this play out in my own life as a father. When my son Joshua was younger, he would often act out in ways that were challenging for me to handle. But as I looked back, I realized that I was the one who had contributed to the problem. I was quick to anger and didn't always model the self-control that I wanted to see in him. By recognizing my own flaws and seeking to change, I was able to help Joshua learn and grow in a more positive way. When our children turn against us, it's often a sign that they need us to take a step back, listen to them, and understand their perspective. By asking open-ended questions and showing empathy, we can help our children feel heard and understood. And when we've blown it with our kids, it's essential to ask their forgiveness, name what we did wrong, and identify how our words hurt them. This helps to restore our relationship and demonstrates to our children that we live under the authority of Jesus and are committed to growing and changing together in His grace.
Sources:
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
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