church school lesson 
Families are Sometimes Messy

Did you know that in the Bible, there are more stories of dysfunctional families than there are stories of 'perfect' families? That's pretty true to real-life for many of us and our families!
God created us to have relationships, and families are a bunch of relationships all jumbled together. Of course there are going to be issues: miscommunications, frustrations, hate, selfishness, etc... BUT, there can also be great joy, forgiveness, redemption, love, kindness, etc...
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Talking about family relationships can be uncomfortable, but with God at our side helping us. It is possible. Just ask for His help!
(And, remember to thank Him for it!)