Parents, the way our kids remember home is being formed right now. Psychology tells us kids remember how they felt long before they remember what actually happened. That's why tone, consistency and repentance matter so much. Ephesians 6:4 says, "Do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction in the Lord." Discipline matters, yes, but so does gentleness. Correction should be wrapped in love, not frustration. We won't parent perfectly, God knows. Apologize when we're wrong. Show grace when emotions run high. Pray often. God uses imperfect parents to point our kids to a perfect Savior. The story they carry will hopefully lead back to Jesus.
How will they remember growing up?
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