Patient Parenting - The Crosswalk Devotional - December 27

PLUS...12 Traits of an Abusive Relationship  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ &zwnj [Crosswalk.com Logo]( The Crosswalk Devotional  [Devotionals](        [Newsletters](        [e-Cards](      [The Crosswalk Devotional]( Patient [Parenting]( By Meg Bucher “Care for the flock that God has entrusted to you. Watch over it willingly, not grudgingly- not for what you will get out of it, but because you are eager to serve God. Don’t lord it over the people assigned to your care, but lead them by your own good example.” - [1 Peter 5:2-3]( NLT Grudgingly described my slumped over shoulders, sullen expression, and inner frustration. There are not eyeballs big enough to roll at a teenager’s stubbornness. Nor is there a large enough supply of patience in human existence able to deep breathe through an irrational afternoon with one. [Proverbs 22:6]( says, “Direct your children onto the right path, and when they are older, they will not leave it.” But it doesn’t come with a guide on what to do when they argue with us about the way we are directing them. We know we are supposed to lead by example but become easily frustrated when they don’t follow.  [CONTINUE READING →](            You May Also Like:        [12 Traits of an Abusive Relationship](  Laura Petherbridge It is crucial to note that when verbal abuse is tolerated by the victim, it frequently escalates into punching walls, throwing objects, and eventually physical abuse. Ignoring verbal abuse isn’t love; It’s dangerous and toxic.  [CONTINUE READING →](       [6 Prayers of Preparation for the New Year](  Aaron D'Anthony Brown Next year doesn’t have to be like the last. The past, indeed, does not predict the future. Here are six prayers in preparation for the New Year.  [CONTINUE READING →](            [Mother And Son Perform Beautiful Duet To ‘A Million Dreams’](  GodTube.com A musically gifted young man was joined by his equally talented mother as the pair performed a duet of a tune from the beloved musical “The Greatest Showman.”  [WATCH NOW →](        [34 Best Christmas Prayers and Blessings for the 2023 Holidays](  Crosswalk.com Editorial Staff Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ and the eternal life we can find in Him. In prayer, give thanks to God for so loving the world that He gave His only Son this Christmas! May these Christmas prayers help you express gratitude for Jesus and rejoice in the blessing of His salvation.  [CONTINUE READING →](                            Bible Trivia Question of the Day                                           Who declared unto the king of Israel, `There shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word`? A. Elisha B. Elijah C. Jehu D. Samuel [ANSWER THE QUESTION →](     [Crosswalk.com Logo](  [Read about Salem Web Network](  |  [Unsubscribe](   [Email Preference Center](  |  [View in Browser](   © 2023 Salem Web Network. All rights reserved. 111 Virginia Street, Suite 200, Richmond, VA 23219. This email is never sent unsolicited. You are receiving this email because your email address, {EMAIL}, is signed up to receive newsletters, updates, and special offers from Crosswalk. Â