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Can I forgive myself for not being a better parent?
Answer:
Forgiveness is a crucial aspect of any relationship, including the parent-child relationship. As a parent, I've made my share of mistakes, and I'm sure my children, Joshua and Rebecca, can attest to that. However, it's not about being perfect; it's about learning from our mistakes and growing together as a family. When I think about forgiving myself for not being a better parent, I realize that it's not about beating myself up over past mistakes. It's about recognizing that I'm a human being, prone to error, and that I'm doing my best with the knowledge and resources I have. I can take steps to apologize to my children when I've messed up, to identify what I did wrong, and to make amends. By doing so, I'm not only restoring our relationship but also modeling forgiveness and humility for my children. As a Christian, I believe that forgiveness is not just about me, but about my relationship with God and my children. When I confess my mistakes and ask for forgiveness, I'm not only healing our relationship but also growing in my faith. I'm reminded that I'm not perfect, but I'm loved and forgiven by a perfect God, and that's a beautiful thing to model for my children. By forgiving myself and asking for forgiveness from my children, I'm taking the first step towards healing and growth in our family.
Sources:
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
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