On this St. Patrick’s Day, there’s a lesson your son can learn from the holiday’s namesake.
While the story of St. Patrick is pretty disputed among historians, many believe he was taken prisoner at age 16 and forced to work as a shepherd for years. During those years, he leaned into his Christianity, and became very close with God. It’s also believed that he started thinking about being a missionary during that time.
Growing up is difficult, so your son is likely frustrated with something in his life right now. Maybe he wishes for more freedom, more resources, or less homework. Talk with him about how God uses the “waiting” periods of her life– just like St. Patrick during his imprisonment– to teach us discipline and bring us closer to Him.
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