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Your Question:
How do I keep my family from feeling my pain?
Answer:
As a pastor and a father, I've learned that keeping my family close can be a challenge, especially with our busy schedules and growing social needs. One thing that's helped us is to prioritize quality time together. We make it a point to have regular family meetings, where we discuss our values and goals as a family. We also have a family mission statement that we read and reflect on together, which helps us stay focused on what's truly important. Another key aspect is to encourage open and honest communication. When someone in our family hurts or offends another, we talk about it and work towards forgiveness. We teach our children that apologies are essential in healing relationships, and that we should strive to be understanding and empathetic towards one another. This has helped us build a culture of love, support, and forgiveness in our home. As a family, we also make it a point to serve others together. Volunteering at a local soup kitchen or nursing home has been a great way for us to bond and teach our children the value of compassion and kindness. We pray together as a family, asking God to guide us and help us navigate the challenges of life. By prioritizing our relationships, communicating openly, and serving others, we've been able to stay close and navigate the ups and downs of life together.
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raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
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depression
edward welch
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