WORDS OF AFFIRMATION

Showing Our Pride
Our children may be teased, bullied, come bottom of the class, face disappointment and occasionally even wonder if they are worth anything to anybody. As parents we are in the best position to convince them that they are full of potential and have a unique contribution to make.

We can assure them that we believe in them and value them.

Some of us are hugely ambitious for our children. We are determined to help them overcome their flaws and improve their performance. The result is that we focus on their weaknesses more than on their strengths. This is short-sighted. Children who are confident of their parents’ love have a secure base upon which to build their future.

Q. What three qualities or attributes in your children you would like to affirm this week?

PRAYER: Forgive us Lord for the times we have focused on the weaknesses of our children and coming down on them in a very demeaning way! Help us to consciously focus on their strengths and affirm them regularly so that our children have a secure base to build their future. In Jesus’ name, Amen.