And the assurance that you were not the only mom who was unkind to her child today. If your child is testing the limits of your patience and understanding, let me encourage you. You have the wherewithal to restrain, redirect and even reprogram obstreperous toddlers, willful young children and even older rebels. Never forget that God hand-picked you to be their mother. The tone rises and sours.
Tears flow and doors slam.
It is a parable of a dying woman who seems to have a better hope of heaven than her pastor. However, confessing it is the key to opening the door to a new beginning. Yet, He trusts us with children whose brokenness will build righteousness into our character. The Holiday season is close upon us, and for those of us who are domestically-challenged besides homeschooling we may sense a growing impression of panic that is overtaking our best intentions. The temptations our children face are horrendous . . .