When my kids were younger, I stressed about mess way too much! If we were having company over, I usually turned into a drill sergeant a few hours prior. I barked orders, demanded perfection, and attempted to mask the visible mess rather than seek a more meaningful approach to tackle the mess together as a team.
Read MoreCommit your work in motherhood to Him today. Call on His power alone to move you to immovability in Him. Trust Him for your strength and steadfastness and you stand firm in your faith. Not sure where to start? Start by simply joining me in this prayer…
Read MoreMaybe your children are still under your roof, and a group text is not necessary to observe Advent. Maybe a couple weeks ago you started something for Advent with your family but haven’t been consistent with it. That’s ok. Just pick it back up today. Or start today. We’re still a week away from Christmas Day. Find a way to focus on The Way!
Read MoreLike Mary, let’s treasure the arrivals, beginning and coming, and the uncertainty they carry, by pondering them in our heart, and surrendering them to God.
Instead of allowing the uncertainty to cause anxiety, let’s rest is the safe and sacred space of God’s grace. He loves our children far more than we can fathom, and His plan will prevail in the beauty of His sovereignty.
Read MoreI know, I know. You don’t need another Mother’s Day post. There are so many good ones out there chock full of valuable lessons worth a share, and while my two cents may not make a difference for you, these three lessons have made a huge difference for me!
{Disclaimer: these are all lessons I’m still learning, and quite frankly, they’re the three things I struggle with most, so this post is probably more for me than you, but nonetheless, I pray you find value in it, too.}
Motherhood: 3 valuable lessons from my point of view:
1. Don’t do it for them. Do it with them. Show and assure them. It will grow and mature them.
2. Being proactive helps guard against being inactive or reactive.
3. Give yourself grace to begin again.
So, what exactly does this mean? I’m glad you asked…
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