Successful Parenting

the apologizing. If a major homework paper isn’t
turned in on time or there is a tardy at school,
the students face the consequences in the form of
a lower grade or after-school penalty; they don’t
expect their parents to come up with an excuse to
soften the teacher’s reaction.”
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Practice the Fine Art of Seeking
and Extending Forgiveness
Parents and children are bound to disappoint
and hurt one another from time to time.
These small hurts can fester and grow into large
resentments, which can destroy mutual trust and
respect if not dealt with. Be a family that practices
the art of seeking and extending forgiveness.
Saturate your mind with these various biblical
commands to forgive:
Matthew 6:14—“For if you forgive men their
trespasses, your heavenly Father will also
forgive you.”
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Mark 11:25—“And whenever you stand praying,
if you have anything against anyone, forgive
him, that your Father in heaven may also forgive
you your trespasses.”