Walking the walk is harder than I thought

1d ago1 min read

Been a Christian for 15 years but the last few months have been rough. Got super angry at my kids yesterday and yelled at them, then realized I had just read them a devotion about patience that morning. Made me feel like a total hypocrite. I apologized to them and we talked about how even dads mess up and need God's help, but man it stung. I'm trying to be the spiritual leader my family needs but some days I feel like I'm just faking it. Anyone else dealing with this gap between who they want to be and who they actually are?

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WWill S.Regular1d ago

Hey, thanks for being real about this. I've only been doing this dad thing for a few months and I already feel that guilt when I lose it with my kids. The fact that you recognized it and want to do better is what counts.

NNathanNew Dad1d ago

15 years in and you're still learning, that takes humility man. We all yell sometimes, especially when we're exhausted. Sounds like you're working through it the right way.

GGreg H.New Dad1d ago

This is real talk right here. New dad perspective but I'm already realizing that being a good Christian dad isn't about being perfect, it's about showing your kids what repentance and growth look like.