Winning the Battle in Your Mind – Week 3
Challenges of Parenting
- The Comparison Trap (Social Media Culture)
- Constant Connectivity & Overstimulation
- Unrealistic Expectations & Burnout
- Parent Guilt
Lie vs. Truth
Lie | God’s Truth |
“You’re failing your kids.” | “I will gently lead you” (Isaiah 40:11) |
“You’re alone in this.” | “I am with you and for you” (Romans 8:31) |
“You always mess it up.” | “My power is made perfect in your weakness” (2 Corinthians 12:9) |
“You should be doing more.” | “Come to me… I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28) |
Practical Ways to Move from Guilt to Grace
- Pause and Name the Guilt.
- Speak the Truth Over Yourself.
- Talk to God Honestly.
- Share the Load.
- Rest in Your Identity.
Next Steps
- Replace Guilt with Grace
- Get Real with God and Others
- Celebrate Your Wins—Even the Small Ones
- Begin a relationship with Jesus