By: Lisa

Lisa — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:24:50 +0000

LOVED this article!!! So true, am going to share some of my favorite parts, “No one ends up on earth by accident. God places us here for a purpose. That purpose relates to how we fit into God’s kingdom — how we will know, love and serve God in this life, and then become a blessing to everyone with whom we come in contact.” Amen and amen to that! “This is by divine design and forces us to rely upon God in order to be up for the task. This reliance, fostered by an intimate relationship with God, builds perseverance. As we talk about the need to rely on God to our children and then model that same reliance in our own lives, this key quality of perseverance will grow in their lives.” So true!! In our weakness we are made whole in His strength~*A beautiful design indeed, leading up all to deeper intimacy and trust in the Lord~* “Our lives need to demonstrate that we are plugged into and rely upon God for our strength.”, Love it Love!! So incredible important to show by example that we rely on God in all things and that He is our source for strength~* “True pleasure comes from the fulfillment experienced in loving and serving God. It’s about living a life of sacrifice, living for more than just ourselves…..But part of the cost of being a Christ-follower is embracing self-sacrifice, for God’s higher purposes. Jesus said, “Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it” (Matthew 10:39). It is in this apparent paradox that our kids will find true, lasting pleasure.” Wonderful words of wisdom there, true joy and deep peace will only come from loving and serving God and helping others, not serving ourselves and seeking earlthy pleasures that are so fleeting, this world tries to teach such a self-centered outlook (an “Its all about me” perspective that is so harmful to our spirits, and to others!) “Take a small step, right away. Remember, doing something, even small, with intention is better than doing nothing every time. The important thing is to begin the process!” Amen~*I loved this article and am heading to Facebook to share it on my wall, as well as send it to all of my friends who are parents raising children! Thanks so much, what a beautiful read today, it also fits into Lent, focusing on what I want to see happen in my child’s life, trying to help them grow deep faith roots before they leave the nest!I love points #2. and #3. especially! I too believe this is not ‘random parenting’ but really taking the time to plant seeds of faith and love of God! God Bless your steps~*

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