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Your Question:
what do i tell my kids when they ask why we can't afford the things they want?
Answer:
When my kids, Joshua and Rebecca, ask why we can't afford the things they want, I explain it to them in a way that's easy to understand. I tell them that everything we have comes from God, and we're just managing it for Him. I remind them that we have a responsibility to be good stewards of what He's given us. I explain that we make a budget, and we have to prioritize what's most important. Sometimes, that means saying no to things we'd like to have. I also make sure they understand the value of hard work and earning money. I give them chores to do, and they get paid for them, but they also have unpaid chores that contribute to the family. This teaches them that being part of a family means taking on responsibilities and working together. I want them to understand that money isn't just something we have, but it's a tool that helps us provide for our needs and help others. When they ask for something we can't afford, I remind them that God provides for us, and we trust in His provision. I encourage them to be grateful for what we do have, and to think about others who may not have as much as we do. I also remind them that we can't always get what we want, but we can always choose to be happy and content with what we have. I want them to develop an attitude of gratitude and contentment, rather than an attitude of entitlement.
Sources:
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
the war on children
john macarthur
depression
edward welch
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