Family is the most powerful organization in the world
Exodus 20:12
“Honor your father and mother. Then you will live a long, full life in the land the Lord your God is giving you."
Ephesians 6:4
Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger by the way you treat them. Rather, bring them up with the discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord.
Everyone needs grace and forgiveness
In God we receive the love and care we were always meant to from our parents
Psalm 27:10
Even if my father and mother abandon me,
the Lord will hold me close.
Colossians 3:13
Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.
Moving closer to others doesn’t always have to be physical
Ezekiel 36:26
And I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and give you a tender, responsive heart.
God is our perfect parent
Psalm 51:10-11
Create in me a clean heart, O God.
Renew a loyal spirit within me.
Do not banish me from your presence,
and don’t take your Holy Spirit from me.
