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Your Question:
How do I take care of my children when I'm struggling to take care of myself?
Answer:
As a pastor and a father, I've learned that taking care of my children when I'm struggling to take care of myself requires a deep dependence on God. I submit myself to Him, asking for His help to be the parent and intercessor He wants me to be. I pray as the Holy Spirit leads me, listening to His prompting in my heart for my child. I ask God to show me where my family can serve Him and others well, and to help me be a good example to my children. It's also important to recognize that parenting is a sacrificial act, and that my children need me to be there for them, even when I'm struggling. I need to be willing to make sacrifices and put their needs before my own, just as God does for me. I need to be patient and understanding, knowing that my children are still learning and growing, and that they will make mistakes. I need to be willing to listen to them, to validate their feelings, and to help them develop into the people God wants them to become. As a father, I've learned that it's not about being perfect, but about being present and available to my children. I need to be willing to admit when I'm struggling, and to ask for help when I need it. I need to be honest with myself and with my children, and to be willing to work through my own emotional issues so that I can be a healthy and supportive parent. By doing so, I can help my children develop emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and a strong sense of self-worth.
Sources:
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
sacred marriage
gary thomas
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
meaning of marriage
timothy keller
old testament theology
waltke
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