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Ask Pastor John

Is My Child Transgender Because of Me?

Mar 7, 2024
Exploring the fears and responsibilities parents feel towards their children's struggles, including the impact of generational sins and a father's plea for advice on supporting his sons' gender dysphoria. Practical suggestions to handle disobedience, emphasizing the need to grieve authentically while maintaining faith and unconditional love. Upholding God's truth and righteousness amidst societal norms, guiding parents on communicating beliefs and unconditional love. Practical advice for parents with prodigal children, emphasizing love, faith, consistent communication, and staying steadfast in the gospel message.
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Quick takeaways

  • Parental influence on children is not always direct or definitive, as seen in the Bible's examples of successful children from failing parents.
  • In guiding children back to obedience, parents are encouraged to trust in God's sovereignty, communicate truth with love, pray continuously, and focus on the central gospel message.

Deep dives

Handling Fear of Parental Influence on Children's Future

Parents often face anxieties about how their sins could impact their children's lives. Whether it's the belief in generational sins or the fear of influencing children's future through past mistakes, the question of parental influence looms large. However, it's emphasized that a direct link between a parent's actions and a child's outcome isn't definitive, as the Bible shows that failing parents can have successful children and vice versa. The message encourages parents to grieve deeply but hold onto God's sovereignty, love based on God's truth, communicate truth and love to their children, and trust in God's mercy and ultimate plan.

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