I love this space to share the joys and victories of our little life, whether it be a gluten-free recipe or restoring a home or just some random thoughts. But you gotta know with 3 boys…3 creative. adventurous. passionate. boys…our life can be very…lively. Sometimes I step back and wonder how it all got so crazy over here!
Although, to be honest, I love this little face...
Tempers flare. Brothers turn on each other. Mani- pulation used. Irrationality fades into meltdowns. My heart aches. A few weeks ago, we found ourselves in a trying parenting phase. Conse-quences given. And still no sign of hearts softened, attitudes changed, peace restored, shalom in the home. And again, we were…at a loss.
As I have for almost 8 years now, I check on them after they are asleep. But this time I’m urged to cover them with more than a blanket. I cover them in prayer. I can’t do this on my own. I ask our Father’s help. I need a heart-changer, a heart-healer. And He meets me there. In my tears. In my longings. In my weakness and all my shortcomings that overwhelm me. I plead for His grace in our lives, for the fruit of His Spirit, for a fresh start.
The words come to mind: every breath is a second chance.
(from switchfoot's song always)
(from switchfoot's song always)
For me. For them. Even if tomorrow unfolds as it has before, there’s always late-night prayer in a quiet room over the souls of my children. I’m starting to see that may be the best thing I do as a mom. Looking to the Prince of peace, for a second chance.
Great thoughts, Sar! It's so true that presenting them and their needs (and yours) to God is the greatest service that you can do them.
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Abraham Lincoln