What does the Bible say about adult kids ghosting their parents? What is the parent supposed to do in this situation?
My son is has a heart full of hate & disdain. He doesn't speak to me or his 2 younger siblings. Yesterday was Mother's Day & he didn't acknowledge me whatsoever. My heart is shattered. This has been an ongoing issue for years. This toxicity eats at my soul. What does The Bible say about how I should proceed?
Exodus 20:12
ESV - 12 Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you.
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Jack Gutknecht
Supporter
Dear anonymous, I am so sorry this is happening to you! There is a song that can work alongside of Psalm 34:18. The song is based on Psalm 147:3 which says "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." Your heart is shattered. That verse speaks directly to healing, not just comfort. Psalm 34:18 says God is close to the brokenhearted. Psalm 147:3 says He heals them. You need both. The song gives you the healing promise in a form you can listen to over and over. It's called "He Heals the Brokenhearted (Psalm 147:3-5-NIV). Scripture Memory Songs" Let Psalm 147:3 become the anthem of your healing journey, one listen at a time. You are not wrong to seek comfort in God's Word, whether read or sung. Remember, God is "the God of all comfort." 2 Corinthians 1:3-4. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 English Standard Version 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.
Billie R.
Supporter
If you're saved then your identity is Christ. Children will "leave and cleave"(Gen.2:24). As adults now, they're responsible for their own choices. This leaves you responsible for your own choice as to how you'll handle this. Forgiveness is the 1st step to reconciliation. As Christ did it for us, so must we do for others. (Eph4:32). Pray for their hearts to soften, be introspective and see what the Lord reveals to you. Finally, trust in the Lord that His purposes be fulfilled (Prov.3:5-6). May God bless & keep you.
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