Sharing Our Faith With Adult ChildrenSample

Addressing doubts and questions

Let's talk about our communication about God with our adult children and the ability to address their doubts and questions. It is important to remember that doubts are not a sign of weakness in faith, but an opportunity for spiritual growth.

The Bible encourages us to always be prepared to answer questions that may arise about our faith. This means being willing to listen carefully to what our adult children have to say, regardless of how challenging or uncomfortable their questions may be.

When addressing their concerns, it is essential that we do so with patience, empathy, and love. We must not dismiss their concerns or impose ready-made answers. Rather, we must recognize that the process of searching for answers can be a significant spiritual journey.

Also, it's important to remember that we don't have to have all the answers. Our faith is based on trust in God, and it can be healthy to admit when we don't know something and seek answers together. This demonstrates humility and a genuine commitment to the pursuit of truth.

In dealing with doubts and questions, we can also share our own faith experiences and how we overcame spiritual challenges. This can be inspiring and reassuring to our adult children, showing them that they are not alone in their spiritual journeys.

Reflect now on how you deal with the doubts and questions of your adult children. Do you listen to them with empathy?

Are you willing to admit when you don't know the answers?

How can you encourage them in their quest for solid, genuine faith?

Prayer

Merciful Father, we recognize that our adult children may have doubts and questions about their faith. We ask for Your guidance to approach these issues with love, patience, and wisdom. Give us the humility to admit when we don't know the answers and the courage to keep seeking the truth with you. May our conversations about faith be sources of spiritual growth and mutual encouragement. In Jesus name, amen.