torah portion for families

We must remember to keep the long term ramifications of a lie in mind.

Thinking about those we have hurt in the past can help us be more careful in the future.

Joseph's brothers are blinded by denial.

It is possible to be a good Jew and have questions about God.

Like Jacob, we should not wait for a better day to help others.

Before the deceit follows us with serious consequences, we must figure out how to call a truce.

By speaking softly at home we can teach children that shouting is not the most effective way.

The need to forgive and, if possible, forget, is vitally important.

We must give our children opportunities to view themselves as successes.

We can communicate the importance of honesty to our children by being honest ourselves.