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Your Question:
what do i say to my kids when i'm dying?
Answer:
As a pastor and a father, I've thought a lot about how to approach difficult conversations with my children, including the one about dying. When Joshua and Rebecca ask me about death, I want to be honest with them, but also gentle and supportive. I'll try to explain that death is a part of life, and that it's a natural process that happens to everyone. I'll also remind them that even though our bodies may die, our spirits live on, and that we'll be reunited with loved ones who have passed away. I'll also want to reassure them that they're not alone, and that God is always with them. I'll remind them of the promises in Scripture, like Psalm 23:4, "Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff comfort me." I'll also want to encourage them to ask questions and seek answers, and to trust in God's goodness and love. As a parent, I know that I can't guarantee my children's eternal salvation, but I can be the primary instrument in their spiritual growth and instruction. I'll want to pray with them, and encourage them to develop a close relationship with God. I'll remind them that God's love is greater than any fear or uncertainty, and that He is always with them, even in the midst of death and loss.
Sources:
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
the war on children
john macarthur
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