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Your Question:
Can I still be a good parent if I'm too sick to play with my kids?
Answer:
As a pastor and a parent, I've seen firsthand the importance of being present for our children, even when we're not feeling our best. Being too sick to play with our kids can be a challenge, but it doesn't mean we're not good parents. In fact, being a good parent is not just about playing with our kids 24 hours a day, but about being there for them, helping them develop into the people God wants them to become. It's easy to get caught up in the idea that we need to be perfect for our kids, but the truth is, we're all flawed and imperfect. As parents, we need to be willing to ask for help and admit when we're struggling. Our kids don't need us to be perfect; they need us to be present and available to them. And when we're not feeling well, it's okay to say no to activities or to ask for help from our spouse or others. As I reflect on my own parenting journey, I've learned that being a good parent is not about being a superhero, but about being a servant to our children. It's about being willing to listen, to guide, and to support them, even when it's hard. And when we're too sick to play with our kids, it's okay to take a break and rest, knowing that our kids will still feel loved and supported, even if we're not physically present.
Sources:
meaning of marriage
timothy keller
the war on children
john macarthur
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
mere christianity
c s lewis
sacred marriage
gary thomas
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
philippians colossioan philemon
r kent hughes
why does god allow evil
clay jones
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