It's a given that, as a parent, it is my job to teach and demonstrate doing the right thing. We don't steal, we share our toys, we tell the truth, and we always use our good manners. But, is there ever a time when doing the wrong thing is the right thing to do, or doing the right thing is the wrong thing to do? This was the question I was asked by my insightful 7-year-old today when we were talking about honesty and little white lies. The things that kids think of amazes me, and this one made me think.
I know what my answer is but articulating it just isn't happening. So, in short, yes, I do think there are times when it is better to do the wrong thing. It's a matter of judgment, knowing what's in your heart, and listening to God and what direction you should take in different situations. I think the bigger picture here is that the idea of right and wrong is not as concrete as it sounds. It's not just black and white, but many, many shades of gray.
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