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Your Question:
How do I face my kids and tell them I have cancer?
Answer:
Telling my kids that I have cancer will be one of the most difficult conversations I'll ever have to have with them. As a pastor, I've learned the importance of being honest and transparent, but this is a different kind of situation. My first instinct is to be truthful and straightforward, but I also want to be sensitive to their feelings and needs. I've been married to Susan for 19 years, and we've learned to communicate effectively, especially when it comes to our kids. Before I talk to Joshua and Rebecca, I'll take some time to prepare and think about how to approach the conversation. I'll consider their ages and personalities, and I'll try to find a way to explain the situation in a way that they can understand. I'll also make sure to be present and available for them, to listen to their questions and concerns, and to offer reassurance and comfort. As their father, it's my job to be a source of strength and guidance, even in difficult times. As I talk to my kids, I'll try to be honest and open, while also being mindful of their emotional well-being. I'll explain what cancer is, how it affects the body, and what treatment options are available. I'll also reassure them that I'm going to do everything I can to fight this disease, and that they'll be taken care of, no matter what happens. I'll listen to their questions and concerns, and I'll be patient and understanding. And I'll remind them, as often as I can, that they are loved, and that God is with us, no matter what.
Sources:
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
why does god allow evil
clay jones
the war on children
john macarthur
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
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