Wednesday, 2 September 2026
The 7000
Indonesia
Through a parenting program at her church, a busy mother in Indonesia realized her preoccupation with technology had left her young son emotionally distant. By intentionally putting away mobile devices and establishing a new routine of eating dinner together, she restored her family's connection and helped her son open up once again.
Her Cheerful Child Suddenly Became Quiet: How Friska Discovered the Reason and Reconnected with Her Family
Jawaban.comtranslated from id
Friska, a busy working mother who serves in her church's Sunday school, believed she was doing everything right for her family until she attended "The Parenting Project" at GPDI Agape Togaten. Through the program, she realized that her seventh-grade son had recently become quiet and distant because his "emotional tank" was empty, a problem worsened by the family's habit of retreating into their mobile devices after work and school. During a session focused on children's emotional needs, Friska was deeply moved to realize she had not been truly present for her children. She immediately took action by gathering her family to talk, putting away their phones, and establishing a new daily routine of eating dinner together on the living room floor. These simple changes broke the silence, and her son began opening up and sharing about his life once again. Read the full story of how this family found healing and restored their connection.
Across the region
In a world where digital distractions can quietly erode the bonds of family life, God is quietly working to restore relationships in the home. Through a church parenting program in Indonesia, a busy mother was convicted of how her preoccupation with technology had distanced her young son. By intentionally setting aside mobile devices and establishing a simple routine of eating dinner together, she witnessed her son open up and their family connection heal. This quiet turning of hearts reminds us that the Lord is actively strengthening families, even in the smallest, everyday rhythms of life. Believers seeking to raise their children in the faith can take heart that they are not alone in this struggle, as God continues to provide the grace and community support needed to reclaim what truly matters.