I have noticed lately that I have been writing more and more about my kids and maybe... a little too much. I am a stay at home momma and I truly absolutely LOVE my job! I love my breaks and I look forward to 'momma only' time...but my idea is if this is where God has put me, I want to not only follow His will but treasure these moments that He speaks to me through my kids.
I do also have to be clear when I talk about them, I'll mention them mostly in a positive or silly view. I will be the first to say I deal with honesty, tantrums, and sibling rivalry on a daily basis! But it is in moments when I, possibly don't give them enough credit to come up with a healthy response on their own and in turn, I am surprised by their reactions, and need to post their thought provoking comments. I take being a mother very seriously, and though I spend time hands-on with them and nurture them daily, I am so greatly encouraged when they teach me!
Like today. We decided to go to my fav park in our nearby city as we had a birthday party in the evening. After our supper picnic, I take my 3 year old daughter to the washroom before we go exploring the popular sites in the area. We are in the stall and after she is finished her business, I decide I should go now too. So I ask her to face the door and sing me a song to distract her...I don't trust her to be alone out of the stall as there are lots of people in and out of the ladies room. Us, moms, just have to make those decisions sometimes...
Usually she sings songs that she composes, very loudly and with much emotion...but not this time. She stands facing the door and begins singing "Jesus Loves Me" sweetly and clearly. Ladies are commenting on the song and I even heard one lady say" wow, it's been years since I've heard this song" to another woman. Proudly and confidently, she sang her song believing every word.
So in the middle of the city, this girl is singing about her faith and opening doors to let others know that they are SO VALUED in HIS eyes.
Would I be as clear and confident sharing my faith with strangers?
Oh, to be like HIM!
8 comments:
Andrea you do have a 'mothers heart', I can always see that in your writing, you DO love your job and you are doing an awesome job by the sounds of things!!
That is just too sweet, what person cannot help but be touched by a 3 year old singing Jesus Loves Me.
I loved your thought in the end, definitely something to think about!!!
You have a blog award on my blog!!
Oh that is just sooo sweet!!
Precious. I don't think us moms can ever talk about our kiddos too much--just my opinion. :) The lessons in motherhood--God never stops amazing me in the ways He teaches me through this most wonderful job!
that is beautiful. my mom told me about a time (i was 3) when she was grocery shopping with me....and i decided to break into a lovely rendition of "WHAT CAN WASH AWAY MY SIN NOTHING BUT THE BLOOD OF JEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESUS!"
:)
and then last fall i was in zellers will shiloh and she started singing Jesus loves me except she forgot most of the words and only could remember, "JESUS I KNOW!" and thats what she sang over and over and over again.
our kids are little warriors. and they lead me everyday..
So precious Andrea! You are such a good momma, I see that every time I see you with your kids.
That is so great and how sweet. You are doing an awesome job and it is being a mom is such a BIG job.
I think your thought at the end of your post has already been answered.
Your did exactly that!
Have you ever thought that thats what God plan was for you. To teach your children to love the Lord and sing Jesus Loves Me. And at that very moment your daughter with the help of you, lead some people to the Lord or even renewed their faith. There is a purpose for everything and everyone.
It wasn't only your daughter who sang that song that day. It was you too. You put thoughs words in her mouth.
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