Do not be afraid of them. Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your brothers, your sons, your daughter, your wives, and your homes.
Nehemiah 4:14
I've been reading along in Nehemiah with #shereadstruth. (This is my first time doing a study with them). I was wondering what I was going to do for the summer now that our CBS study wrapped up. I love that I wake up with an email in my inbox with the days reading. Saturday's reading was one of those that hit me between the eyes. As a mom of girls (10, 8, and 7) that I am with all.the.time., it seems that a lot of our days revolves around our feelings and fussings with one another. We are either creating the drama or cleaning up after it.
A good reminder from Nehemiah that I'm supposed to fighting for my family (especially these three little ladies) instead of with them. God will equip me as I parent them if I remember to lean on Him.
and do not be grieved, for the joy of the Lord is your strength
Nehemiah 8:10
I love this. And it's what I needed to hear as I deal with MY little girl. (Who knew girls were so emotional? I mean, despite the fact I am one....shouldn't I have known?) :)
ReplyDeleteAh, you stepped on my toes. Ouch. (And in such a good way.) Thank you, dear friend, for sharing this.
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