I grew up in a rigid household. Not a lot of room for making mistakes. Do you have some tough memories, too?

When I was growing up, it was Dad’s way or the highway. He was a drill sergeant. Keep your room squeaky clean. Yes sir. No sir. Don’t cuss. Never be late. And speak only when you’re spoken to.

Don’t get me wrong. Respect ran high. But our relationship suffered under dad’s rule.

Well, the older I get, the more I understand his motives. I have disappointments. But he’s made me the man I am today. And I’m constantly reminded that God can bring good out of any situation.

Yours, too. We don’t need to live like victims! And no matter how bad things got in your home, God can bring beauty from ashes.

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