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Your Question:
how do i tell my kids the truth about our financial situation?
Answer:
My friend, I can see the concern in your eyes as you ponder how to share the truth about your family's financial situation with your kids. As a pastor and a father of two, I've learned that honesty is always the best policy, but it's not always easy. When it comes to sharing the truth with our children, we must remember to approach the conversation with love and support. It's essential to help them understand basic biblical and practical concepts about the stewardship of finances, such as making a budget, sticking to it, and avoiding debilitating debt. I've found that teaching my children the value of hard work and earning money by doing chores has been instrumental in helping them develop a sense of responsibility and gratitude. By giving them the freedom to learn from their mistakes and making them a part of the family's financial decisions, we can help them understand that everything we have comes from God's hand. It's crucial to teach them to give God the first part of every dollar they earn and to give joyfully, as God delights in a cheerful giver. When sharing the truth with your kids, remember to couch your words in a supportive way, and avoid being judgmental or critical. Instead of saying "I could have told you not to do that," say "We made a bunch of dumb decisions too, but God was with us, and He saw us through." By doing so, you'll help your children develop a sense of trust and security, knowing that you're there to support and guide them through life's challenges.
Sources:
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
right thinking in age of chaos
john macarthur
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