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Patriarchal blessings are one of the most unique opportunities for us to learn about how God loves us, knows us, and has a plan for us. They contain personal revelation and instructions from Heavenly Father, who knows our strengths, weaknesses, and eternal potential.
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Many believing members can feel guilt and unworthiness when specific, promised blessings do not occur. Rather than helping them feel God’s love, a patriarchal blessing can ironically be a source of pain and bitterness.
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Many patriarchal blessings often say very specific things about how many children someone should have, when they should get married, what type of job or education to pursue, and so on. An ex-believer who does not view these patriarchal blessings as inspired likely sees great harm in this. It can encourage people to make important decisions without due thought and consideration because it is assumed that God is telling them what to do. Some ex-believers even view patriarchal blessings as deceptive, similar to how psychics use cold reading to deceive others into thinking they have magical powers.
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