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Trying to be the spiritual leader my family needs but feeling like a hypocrite

1w ago·1 min read

Been trying real hard to pray before meals and read the Bible with my kids, but then I lose my temper over something stupid and yell at my wife in front of them. How are they supposed to see Christ in me when I'm acting like that? Feel like all my efforts to build a godly home get undermined by one bad afternoon. Anyone know how to actually walk the walk instead of just talking about it?

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MMike R.Regular1w ago

I get this. I lose my patience way too quick and then feel terrible about it right after. At least you're praying with them and reading the Bible regularly. That consistency is what counts, not being some perfect version of a parent.

NNolan D.Regular1w ago

Real talk though, you're doing better than most just by trying and being aware of it. Nobody's perfect at the spiritual leader thing. The fact that you keep showing up for your family matters more than having it all figured out.

JJason T.Regular1w ago

We all lose our temper. The difference is you recognize it and you're working on being better. That's the spiritual leadership right there, not pretending you never get frustrated with your kids.

MMikeRegular1w ago

Feeling like a hypocrite is actually a sign you care about walking the walk. Kids respect authenticity more than perfection anyway. They see that you're trying and that you admit when you mess up.