• Apology Avenue: I was blind, cowardly, and pathetic

  • Aug 29 2024
  • Length: 9 mins
  • Podcast

Apology Avenue: I was blind, cowardly, and pathetic

  • Summary

  • Have you ever wished for an apology that might never come?

    In this episode of Apology Avenue, we hear a powerful letter from a father to his daughter, where he confronts his deepest regrets about failing to protect his children. Through his words, we explore the devastating consequences of his silence and cowardice.

    (*Remember: In this series, we are reading apology letters we have written to ourselves from the person who has hurt us. This is a journaling practice.)

    EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

    • A father’s heartfelt apology to his daughter for allowing abuse in their home.
    • The father's admission of fearing failure and judgment, leading to poor decisions.
    • How his silence and inaction allowed his wife’s abusive behavior to go unchecked.
    • The father’s realization of the long-term impact on his children’s lives.
    • His deep guilt over his son’s death and his belief that he is to blame.
    • The father's acknowledgment of his hypocrisy as a church elder versus his failures at home.
    • His plea for his daughter to not lose faith in Christ despite his own failures.
    • The father’s expression of love and sorrow, understanding if his daughter can never forgive him.

    RESOURCES:

    • Journals to help you day to day
    • Apology Avenue journal (letter-writing journal)
    • Want to submit your own letter to the show?

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