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Your Question:
Why did my child have to go through this?
Answer:
As I reflect on the challenges my children, Joshua and Rebecca, face, I realize that every child goes through a phase where they test boundaries and assert their independence. It's a normal part of their development, and it's essential for them to learn how to navigate these situations on their own. However, it's equally important for us as parents to recognize when our child is genuinely struggling and needs guidance and support. In our household, we've learned to approach these situations with empathy and understanding. When Joshua refused to go to class, my wife, Susan, had the wisdom to recognize that he wasn't being defiant, but rather, he was being harassed by a spirit of fear. We've learned to pray for our children and to ask for the Holy Spirit's guidance and strength to help them make wise decisions. By doing so, we've been able to spare them from much defeat, frustration, and heartbreak. As parents, it's our responsibility to teach our children important life lessons, such as accountability, restitution, and forgiveness. When they make mistakes, we should encourage them to take ownership of their actions and to make amends. By doing so, we're helping them develop a strong sense of responsibility and integrity, which will serve them well throughout their lives.
Sources:
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
confronting christianity
rebecca mclaughlin
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
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