A parent-to-child relationship can be severely fractured by improper behavior displayed from the parent and absorbed by the child. What comes to mind is sexual misconduct directed toward a child. In fact, this shameful act is more prevalent than reported.
That breach of trust, respect, and loyalty creates an emotional crisis experienced by the child when the safe attachment between the parent and child has been betrayed. Being unable to report what has happened, a child becomes emotionally isolated by this powerful secret.
The isolation a child feels is compounded when the other parent refuses to believe or blames the child for the parent’s behavior. Can this damage be repaired? God’s word reminds us that where sincere remorse and repentance are expressed, healing is possible. Time must be allowed for grief to follow its stages. Jesus said, “Blessed are those who grieve, for they will be comforted."
The Great Physician can heal you.
And
may God, the source of patience and encouragement, enable you to have the same
point of view among yourselves by following the example of Christ Jesus.
~Romans
15:5 Good News Bible
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