My 6 year old daughter was standing beside me this morning at about 6:40am and said “Mom, the hardest part of my life is getting up this early.” It’s so funny when they start talking like that. They start using phrases that they are not quite sure how to use them or are not fully aware of the depth of the phrase. “The hardest part of life”, what is that? We are so flippin blessed here on earth.
I returned back to the office today after having three weeks to bond with our sweet baby Hope. I’m so excited to get back in the groove of a passion that is deeper than myself. But, in the back of my head there is the number four that seems to want to intimidate me. I’m thinking “this is going to be hard”. How am I going to keep everything straight in my life with a husband and FOUR kids under the ago of 6? I’ve questioned my purpose over the past few weeks. How am I going to do this and give God 100% in every part of my life. Poor pitiful me, me, me, I, I , I. “The hardest part of my life..” My six year olds statement this morning will not leave me alone.
Where did this life and these amazing blessings in my life come from? Where does this passion for Jesus and servant-hood come from? Did I gain these things on my own, with my own strength and wisdom? DUH!!! I’m good but not that good. I am only the manager of these blessings in my life. But it is not my own strength but the Lord’s that will enable me to manage them well. It’s not about me. Life is hard when we try to go at it alone. That’s not to say that there will never be difficult times and trials, those will come and pass. But the big picture of Life on earth, that will impact eternity. May your hardest part of life be your best part of life and let God get all the glory.
I’m so blessed and love being the servant God has called me to be. 1) I will serve the Lord first and foremost. 2) I will serve my husband with a love that will bring strength to both him and our family. 3) I will serve my children by mentoring them to know Jesus and love with His passion. 4) I will serve this church, NewSpring, so that we may all have a full life in Christ. I now have a new FOUR that will consume my thoughts and be the best part of my LIFE.
Love you guys – It’s good to be back.
WELCOME BACK SHAY!!!! We have missed your presence but have celebrated this time in your family’s life! We can’t wait to help love up on lil Hope!
What an awesome post today!! Thanks for sharing your very real feelings about “purpose”. Every situation can be a blessing if you choose to trust God and give Him the glory for everything!!!
Love you girl and we are OH! so glad to have you back!!!
Welcome Back Shay!!!!
I’ve missed you! I’m so glad you had some time to bond with Hope! You are going to be great with your four. Your entire family is blessed to have you! It is no mistake that you and Jason have been given another blessing. You don’t need to know how you’re going to do it, God had it planned when He created her. He is not surprised that she was placed in your care. I know you know this, but He will give you all you need to do this!
I’m so glad you’re back! Can’t wait to see the tatoo!
Four children. God best you. I have 4 grandchildren and they are a challenge. All with the same mother. My stepdaughter.
I am glad to see God is in your life. A spiritual live is worth the effort it takes to build it. Bless you and your family.
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life coach for women in transition