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Your Question:
Can I still be a good parent if I'm struggling?
Answer:
Being a good parent is not about being perfect; it's about being intentional and seeking God's guidance. Parenting can be a challenging and exhausting job, but it's also the most rewarding one. As a pastor and a father of two, I can attest to the fact that parenting brings both joy and pain. It's normal to have regrets and wish we had done things differently, but it's how we learn from those mistakes that matters. As a parent, it's essential to submit ourselves to God and ask for His help in raising our children. We need to pray as the Holy Spirit leads us, listening to His prompting in our hearts for our child. It's also crucial to remember that our children need to feel loved and accepted, even when they make mistakes. Unrealistic expectations can lead to disappointment and self-injury, so it's vital to have realistic expectations and to focus on our child's strengths and weaknesses. Struggling as a parent doesn't mean we're failing; it means we're human. We can learn from our mistakes and use them as opportunities to grow and become better parents. As my wife Susan often says, "It's not about being perfect; it's about being present and available to our children." By seeking God's guidance and being intentional in our parenting, we can become the parents and intercessors He wants us to be, even in the midst of struggles.
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power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
the war on children
john macarthur
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
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