Passing down faith when you're still working on yours

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May 81 min read

Got saved about five years ago and my family is still getting used to me being a different person. Kids think church is boring, wife is supportive but skeptical. I'm reading scripture daily and trying to be more Christ-like but some days I fall back into old habits and feel like a failure as a spiritual leader. How do I lead my family when I'm still on my own journey? Any advice on age appropriate ways to involve the kids without forcing it?

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BBen D.RegularMay 8

Man, that's a tough spot but you're already ahead of the game by being real about it. My kids used to think church was a snooze fest too until I started asking them questions about the sermon on the drive home - made it more interactive for them. Keep modeling your faith and they'll come around.

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BBen L.RegularMay 8

Five years in and still figuring it out yourself sounds honest to me. My wife was skeptical at first too but seeing genuine change in me over time made all the difference. Just be patient with your family, they're adjusting to a new version of their husband and dad.

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