Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer. Psalm 19:14
This week the Lord has been revealing to me that I have had a wrong perspective in my day to day routine. My children are all very young and I feel like I am in survival mode each day. But what I am missing are these sweet tender moments that only last but a quick while.
I realized while reading/listening to Victoria Botkins "She Shall Be called Woman" that we should have a cheerful countenance. We have much to be thankful for.
Rejoice in the LORD always, again I will say, Rejoice! Philippians 4:4
Being cheerful purposefully sets us up to enjoy the sweet moments and it also draws us into God's grace. It brings forth in me a thankful attitude for everything that I have.
To list a few:
I serve a God who saved me, loves me, and takes care of every need I have.
A loving, patient husband who loves the Lord with all his heart.
A wonderful marraige where, we have full trust in each other - we have similar goals/visions for our family.
Five healthy amazing children.
A safe home in a nice neighborhood with appliances and technology which help me with my daily chores.
Freedom to homeschool my children so that I can raise them up in the nurture & admonition of the Lord.
Inspiration and resources to prepare for my family good foods which will nurture their bodies and their spirit.
A fantastic church and church family which encourage me to be a better mom/wife to my family and child to God.
Wonderful friends who support me, pra for me, rejoice with me in times of celebration, and cry with me in times of trials.
Sometimes though I fall into the black hole of this world which is unrealistic expectations, from myself and from my family. I get easily discouraged or angered because the things or lists of things I want to accomplish don't happen. God is revealing to me how this type of behavior is not acceptable and that I will be leaving a legacy of misery and consequence to my children.
And David said to God, Was it not I who commanded the people to be numbered? I am the one who has sinned and done evil indeed; but these sheep, what have they done? Let Your hand, I pray, O Lord my God, be against me and my fathers house, but not against Your people that they should be plagued.
1Chronicles 21:17
Although this situation with David is a tad bit different from my circumstances (just a bit), I felt my heart twinge a bit. That twinge I've found is normally the Holy Spirit helping to refine me in various areas of my life. So I reflected on this verse and was reminded of the way I carry myself or react to situations with my family. I need to take a breath, constantly remind myself of what I have to be thankful for, and serve my God and my family with joy!
But the Lord answered her, "Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her." Luke 10:41-42
I only have a quick season to enjoy my children in this way. Where they can crawl into my lap and read - or cuddle - or chit chat about their favorite games, toys. This season only lasts a short season in their lives and then it changes. I want to make the most out of every minute! It is my prayer that God would take this season, let me fully appreciate it, and use it to bring Him glory. I pray that my children would grow knowing God and live their lives dedicated to bringing God glory. That they would love God, that they would love each other, and that our family would be founded upon a Godly worldview which would be passed down from generation to generation. I pray that the generational curses of our parents, and our parents parents would not have any further affect on my children and their children and their children and THEIR children! And I pray that God would use my weaknesses to His benefit. That I would continue to grow in my faith and that this process of refinement & pruning would be fruitful.
This week the Lord has been revealing to me that I have had a wrong perspective in my day to day routine. My children are all very young and I feel like I am in survival mode each day. But what I am missing are these sweet tender moments that only last but a quick while. I realized while reading/listening to Victoria Botkins "She Shall Be called Woman" that we should have a cheerful countenance. We have much to be thankful for.
Rejoice in the LORD always, again I will say, Rejoice! Philippians 4:4
Being cheerful purposefully sets us up to enjoy the sweet moments and it also draws us into God's grace. It brings forth in me a thankful attitude for everything that I have. To list a few:
I serve a God who saved me, loves me, and takes care of every need I have.
A loving, patient husband who loves the Lord with all his heart.
A wonderful marraige where, we have full trust in each other - we have similar goals/visions for our family.
Five healthy amazing children.
A safe home in a nice neighborhood with appliances and technology which help me with my daily chores.
Freedom to homeschool my children so that I can raise them up in the nurture & admonition of the Lord.
Inspiration and resources to prepare for my family good foods which will nurture their bodies and their spirit.
A fantastic church and church family which encourage me to be a better mom/wife to my family and child to God.
Wonderful friends who support me, pra for me, rejoice with me in times of celebration, and cry with me in times of trials.
Sometimes though I fall into the black hole of this world which is unrealistic expectations, from myself and from my family. I get easily discouraged or angered because the things or lists of things I want to accomplish don't happen. God is revealing to me how this type of behavior is not acceptable and that I will be leaving a legacy of misery and consequence to my children.
And David said to God, Was it not I who commanded the people to be numbered? I am the one who has sinned and done evil indeed; but these sheep, what have they done? Let Your hand, I pray, O Lord my God, be against me and my fathers house, but not against Your people that they should be plagued.
1Chronicles 21:17
Although this situation with David is a tad bit different from my circumstances (just a bit), I felt my heart twinge a bit. That twinge I've found is normally the Holy Spirit helping to refine me in various areas of my life. So I reflected on this verse and was reminded of the way I carry myself or react to situations with my family. I need to take a breath, constantly remind myself of what I have to be thankful for, and serve my God and my family with joy!
But the Lord answered her, "Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her." Luke 10:41-42
I only have a quick season to enjoy my children in this way. Where they can crawl into my lap and read - or cuddle - or chit chat about their favorite games, toys. This season only lasts a short season in their lives and then it changes. I want to make the most out of every minute! It is my prayer that God would take this season, let me fully appreciate it, and use it to bring Him glory. I pray that my children would grow knowing God and live their lives dedicated to bringing God glory. That they would love God, that they would love each other, and that our family would be founded upon a Godly worldview which would be passed down from generation to generation. I pray that the generational curses of our parents, and our parents parents would not have any further affect on my children and their children and their children and THEIR children! And I pray that God would use my weaknesses to His benefit. That I would continue to grow in my faith and that this process of refinement & pruning would be fruitful.
3 comments:
Amen. It is so easy to forget how very much we have to thank God for. Thanks for the reminder this morning.
Your welcome Kristen :) We certainly are blessed ladies indeed! Thanks for taking time out of your busy day to read & comment.
Such a valuable lesson to learn that many people don't realize until after their own children are grown. Being a grandparent is such a blessing because we look back and know just how fast the time goes by and can appreciate our grandchildren at this age and the cuddles they are so willing to share. I'm sure when you look at Jacob now, you remember how he was once your little baby in diapers and know just how short this time in their lives really is. Reading about your journey makes me smile. :)
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