My child is struggling...
What can I do?
If your son or daughter is struggling with sexual or relational sin, here are some positive steps you can take:
- Encourage them to get help... through professional Christian counseling, support groups, mentorship, and accountability. If they are open to getting help, the Love In Action counseling team is here to support and equip them to renew and deepen their connection with God, pinpoint the root causes of their struggles, and learn healthy relationship-building.
- Let go… You didn’t cause your child’s problem, and you can’t fix it. Jesus said our problem with sin ultimately stems from our own hearts, not from an outside source. (Mark 7:20-22) The Bible also teaches that only God can change someone’s heart. (Acts 16:14) If they are adults, let them take the lead in their recovery while you pray for them and focus on the things you can control. If they are still living at home, do your best to set and enforce protective boundaries for as long as they are under your roof.
- Reach out… Don’t try to go through this alone! The Bible says that we need to help “bear each other’s burdens,” and that we should face the ordeals of life in this communal context. (Galatians 6:1-2; James 5:13-16) Reach out for support from other godly men and women of grace whom you trust. Build yourself a “support team!”
- Get help for yourself… through professional Christian counseling, support groups, or intensive programs. The LIA team can work with you and your family to rekindle your walk with Christ, identify and address personal strongholds, and improve family communication.
Here are some ways Love In Action can help you:
LIA also offers programs that can help your child, including:
For more information, please don't hesitate to contact us at 901-751-2468 (toll-free at 877-320-5217) or info@loveinaction.org.