The following is an excerpt from “Created to Connect: A Christian’s Guide to the Connected Child.” From Dr. Karyn Purvis with Michael and Amy Monroe, “Created to Connect” serves as a dynamic resource for those looking to draw helpful, encouraging parallels between the Christian faith and the foundational teachings of Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®).
“If a man blesses his neighbor early in the morning, it will be taken as a curse.” Proverbs 27:14 (NIV)
Some of the scripture-recorded proverbs are quite confusing. They are all inspiring and full of wisdom, practical insight and wisdom. However, some of them seem unusual when viewed through modern eyes. We can still learn many valuable lessons and principles for our children and ourselves if we look closely.
Proverbs 27,14 is a great example of one of those perplexing and intriguing insights. There are many possible interpretations. However, we know more about children’s brain chemistry. [who have experienced trauma]I have come to realize that there is another interpretation or explanation.
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