Friday, August 22, 2008
The Tongue Part 2
I have also noticed on my journey of parenting so far, that there are some phrases that have been passed down through the generations that aren't always given much thought before they come flying out of well meaning mouths. For example, "you made the mess, now you clean it up." Well, that's seems like a nice, responsible statement on the surface, but when you unpack it, those words don't model the life of Jesus and the gospel of the kingdom of God. I'm sure glad Jesus doesn't say that to us! Granted, there are consequences to our actions, but we are NEVER left alone to deal with it. Jesus was the greatest servant of all time! As far as I've come in this journey with Him, I've learned that love makes up for my lack, it picks me up in the middle of my mess, it helps me out when I least deserve it. Love serves and love gives, relentlessly. If helping my children clean up their mess of toys helps to put their feet in the tracks of Jesus on the journey of servanthood, then it is worth it!
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5 comments:
Godly wisdom exudes from you...Bless you!
Wow, that was powerful. I have been thinking alot about what I have been saying to the kids lately too. That was a great example though of taking our words to the next level. I am really enjoying this series of posts because words were one of the most abusive tools growing up. thank you.
Can I carry you on my back while you whisper Jesus' love in my ear for a few days? :)
Thank you for another powerfully uplifting reminder of who HE is and who I am to be as Mommy.
Thank you for sharing this! What a fresh perspective, and you know my passion for words!
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