As I have struggled with new frustrations, it is very easy to feel my disappointments and fears start to morph into the secondary emotion of anger. I have had plenty of time this month to consider why the Lord has commanded us to “refrain from anger.”
Have courage momma. You are the mother your children need. Ask God for help in raising His children. They were His before they were yours after all. And He knows them so well!
One of the greatest “helper” roles in life is that of mother. As mothers we show our littles what it looks like to emulate the Great Helper.
As I went to church and observed the women around me prayerfully, trying to see them for their spiritual gifts, I found myself more optimistic and happier being at church. I was less concerned with my own shortcomings when I was sincerely trying to see good in others.
I hope you will take a few minutes to prayerfully ponder on what God would have you focus on this year. It’s not about perfection. It’s about intention. And you will be blessed for your willingness to sacrifice and your efforts.
Some trials I never have and never will be grateful for. However, I have learned I can still find ways to be grateful in the middle of despair and later, I am often grateful for lessons learned, for empathy deepened and a heart softened. Gratitude and sorrow can co-exist.
I love Thanksgiving! The time with family, the focus on gratitude, the food, glorious food!! But when it is over, these mixed feelings about the coming month seem to drop right onto me. I have a huge love-hate relationship with December…
What is the difference between faith and a wish? A wish you think about and want to have happen, but FAITH requires more than a desire inside. It requires hope, action, and evidence, as well as assurances along the way.