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Your Question:
How do I tell my kids that we have to move?
Answer:
As a pastor and a father, I've had to have this conversation with my own children, particularly my son Joshua, who's 17 and my daughter Rebecca, who's 14. When it comes to telling your kids that you have to move, my experience has shown me that it's essential to approach the conversation with empathy and understanding. You want to explain the reasons behind the move in a way that they can understand, and reassure them that it's not because of anything they've done. It's also crucial to emphasize that this move is an opportunity for them to grow and learn, and that they will always be part of our family, no matter where we are. As Phil mentioned, it's essential to remind them that church is like a family, and that they will always have a community to support them. I've found that by framing the move in this way, my children have been able to see the bigger picture and understand that this is a necessary step for our family. When I delivered the news to Joshua and Rebecca, I made sure to explain that this move is not just about us, but also about serving the Lord and fulfilling His purpose for our family. I reminded them that we will always be there for them, no matter where we are, and that they can always come to us for support. I also gave them a key to our house, as Phil suggested, to remind them that they will always have a home with us.
Sources:
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
depression
edward welch
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
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