Being real Quote by Tullian Tchividjian
“I've got three kids. I worry about them but the gospel freed me and freed my wife. We are not trying to make our kids think that we're super spiritual or we've got it all together. They see mom and dad being real people. What they hear dad talking about at home is not different from what they see from dad [at church]. That won't guarantee that they'll avoid the whole PK, MK thing. But we are hopefully not contributing to what normally produces that crisis, which is pretending.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast "Faith and Family", 2022
Parents should model authenticity, allowing children to see their real selves rather than a perfect spiritual façade.
In simple terms: Be real with kids, not flawless.
Key Takeaway
Show genuine faith, not pretended perfection.
Themes
authenticity
parenting
faith
vulnerability
Mood
reflective
hopeful
cautious
Type
advice
personal
spiritual
When to use this quote
- family meals
- church attendance
- home discussions
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
spiritual honesty
family dynamics
identity formation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can parents balance honesty with guidance?
- What signs show a child feels safe to ask tough questions?
A Different Perspective
Children may still encounter external pressures despite honest modeling.
