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Your Question:
Can I really leave my kids alone in this world?
Answer:
As a father of two teenagers, Joshua and Rebecca, I often worry about leaving them alone in this world. With the dangers that exist, it's natural to feel concerned for their well-being. However, I believe that our role as parents is not to shelter them from the world, but to prepare them for it. As the author suggests, it's not a good time to suddenly draw a line in the sand, but rather to continue guiding and influencing them as they navigate this challenging world. One of the most important things we can do as parents is to continue praying for our children as they grow older. Our prayers won't stop just because they're no longer living at home, and in fact, they may become even more crucial as they face new challenges and make their own decisions. We can also continue to encourage and support them, even as they become more independent. As the author notes, our children are not disposable or inconvenient, but a gift from God that we should cherish and nurture. As a pastor, I've seen many families struggle with the challenges of parenting, and I believe that our role is to provide a foundation of love, support, and guidance for our children. By doing so, we can help them develop into the people God wants them to become, and give them the tools they need to navigate the complexities of the world. While it's natural to worry about leaving our children alone, I believe that with God's guidance and our continued involvement, they will be equipped to face whatever challenges come their way.
Sources:
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
meaning of marriage
timothy keller
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
the war on children
john macarthur
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