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Your Question:
Can I still be a good parent if I'm in chronic pain?
Answer:
As a pastor and a parent, I've seen firsthand the challenges of chronic pain. While it's true that chronic pain can be debilitating and exhausting, it doesn't have to define a person's ability to be a good parent. In fact, I've seen many parents who have suffered with chronic pain and yet have been able to be present and loving to their children. The key is to find ways to manage the pain and to prioritize time with your children. This might mean taking breaks when you need to, or finding ways to involve your children in activities that you can still participate in despite your pain. As a parent, you have the opportunity to model resilience and perseverance to your children, and to teach them about the importance of faith and trust in the face of adversity. Ultimately, as a Christian, I believe that our sufferings, including chronic pain, are not meaningless, but rather are opportunities for us to grow and to deepen our relationship with God. By trusting in Him and seeking His guidance, we can find the strength and wisdom we need to be the parents our children need, even in the midst of chronic pain.
Sources:
depression
edward welch
why does god allow evil
clay jones
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
the war on children
john macarthur
gods crime scene
j warner wallace
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