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Well, I don't know if you've ever seen the original "How the Grinch stole Christmas" or not, but there's a scene in there where the Grinch's heart grows many sizes. That's basically what happened to me when my first daughter was born, and then again when my second daughter and son were born.
I honestly never knew that a human being could love anyone as much as I love my children. They're constantly in my heart and mind, and every time I even think about them, I see them from the day that they were born unto their present ages.
They're truly a blessing from God.
How did it change my relationship with Christ?
Knowing how much I, as a father, love my children, it overwhelmed me to think how much my heavenly Father must love me in Christ.
I honestly never knew that a human being could love anyone as much as I love my children. They're constantly in my heart and mind, and every time I even think about them, I see them from the day that they were born unto their present ages.
They're truly a blessing from God.
How did it change my relationship with Christ?
Knowing how much I, as a father, love my children, it overwhelmed me to think how much my heavenly Father must love me in Christ.
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There is a saying that the cure for the disease of adolescence is parenthood. It often forces a transition from the natural selfishness of childhood to the selflessness required of parents. In 1 Cor 13:4-7 the biblical definition of love is pretty much selflessness. As we grow and become parents, we follow the path designed by God to help us learn this selfless love. This is the same love he showed us when Jesus went to the cross.
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I got a new saying for ya. Sunday School/Church bus is the cure for wanting kids. 
I've done both, and even doing one will clear that "wanting kids" stuff right up.
I've done both, and even doing one will clear that "wanting kids" stuff right up.
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LOL Gulp! Dare I say that I have five grown children in their teens and twenties and my love for them just grows and grows. Every stage of their life has been a joy and I can't get enough of them. My desire is to make sure each and every one makes it to heaven in the far future.
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Amen.
I've got three teenagers myself. A 19-year-old daughter, a 16-year-old daughter, and a son who turns 15 this Sunday.
When I first became a father, all sorts of people started warning me about "the terrible twos" and a host of other things that never materialized. I've absolutely loved my children every step of the way, and, yes, my desire also is to do everything within my power to ensure that they all make it into God's kingdom one day. Of course, they all have their own free wills, but I'm trying my best to lead them in that direction, and I pray for them constantly.
I hope that it works out perfectly for you and all of your children in the end.
I've got three teenagers myself. A 19-year-old daughter, a 16-year-old daughter, and a son who turns 15 this Sunday.
When I first became a father, all sorts of people started warning me about "the terrible twos" and a host of other things that never materialized. I've absolutely loved my children every step of the way, and, yes, my desire also is to do everything within my power to ensure that they all make it into God's kingdom one day. Of course, they all have their own free wills, but I'm trying my best to lead them in that direction, and I pray for them constantly.
I hope that it works out perfectly for you and all of your children in the end.
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No "Gulp!" about it. Don't let us dissuade you from being proud of your kids. We're single and have never had any, so what do we know?
I will say this: When my 90 year old Grandma has a problem she doesn't have it for long because her kids will take care of it. If the kitchen drain breaks or the toilet won't stop filling or the water heater quits, uncle Fred, uncle Brent and probably aunt Diane will be there before the day is over... and they went by Lowe's on the way there.
I will say this: When my 90 year old Grandma has a problem she doesn't have it for long because her kids will take care of it. If the kitchen drain breaks or the toilet won't stop filling or the water heater quits, uncle Fred, uncle Brent and probably aunt Diane will be there before the day is over... and they went by Lowe's on the way there.
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I dont know you but you sound AWESOME to take on other peoples children!!
Having offspring meant that every time I got really bigheaded about myself it impacted my child so I learned not to mess with God cause God blessed me with a child, he can take my child away. I may not have been the best daughter or sister or friend but I tried my best and still do, being the best mother I can be.
Having offspring meant that every time I got really bigheaded about myself it impacted my child so I learned not to mess with God cause God blessed me with a child, he can take my child away. I may not have been the best daughter or sister or friend but I tried my best and still do, being the best mother I can be.
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I didn't experience knowing Christ when my children were young, my daughter died of cancer before I came to Christ and my son was already over 30...
However, I can't imagine having children doing anything other than to give you a greater understanding of the love Christ has for you as well as a greater understanding of God's discipline.
There's pretty much nothing I wouldn't do for my children, and employed solid discipline when they needed it - so then your understanding of our relationship with God makes good sense. It's easier to accept the "no's" and look for the lesson to be learned, and the cross makes good sense too having been a parent.
However, I can't imagine having children doing anything other than to give you a greater understanding of the love Christ has for you as well as a greater understanding of God's discipline.
There's pretty much nothing I wouldn't do for my children, and employed solid discipline when they needed it - so then your understanding of our relationship with God makes good sense. It's easier to accept the "no's" and look for the lesson to be learned, and the cross makes good sense too having been a parent.
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