Are you driven by God's perfect peace? Do you know what Jesus said in John 14:6? He said, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." He also encourages us in Psalm 32:1: "Oh, what joy for those whose disobedience is forgiven, whose sin is put out of sight!" That's us, right? Peace sure sounds good to me. Perfect peace although seemingly unattainable, is given to those who trust in God and keep their purpose firm in Him (Isaiah 26:3). What a blessing.
If you are like me and your day is gladly consumed with diapers, potty training, feedings, nursing, playing, chasing and caring for your babies, you know how desperate we can be for such "perfect peace". God's truths help me when I'm in the "thick of it" with diaper blow outs, potty training accidents, screaming tantrums, "No" moments, and sick and crying children. In such times I remind myself that God "is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us", (Eph 3:20) and that "there is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves punishment, and the one who fears is not perfected in love" (1John 4:18).
Reflection: It amazes me how much our children pick up on our body language, tone of voice, eye contact and touch. Can't they see if we have that "peace"? Let's lavish them with hugs, smiles, giggles, kisses, kind words and love. Make sure to also give yourself a pat on the back in the process. I am convinced that God gives us those sweet and encouraging pats too if we just take the time to look for Him. These "pats on the back" tend to happen when I least expect them to and when they are most needed. Thankfully God is with us in all that we do and is there with a helping hand to guide us through. Hold onto that today and ask for His help and guidance if you are having an "in the thick of it" moment or moments. He never fails.
Prayer: Thank you Lord that we can trust and look to you for all things, that you give perfect peace and hope to us as we trust in you. Help us to cast our cares upon you and let go of fear and frustration so we may receive all that you have for us and be able to give it to our children. Help us to rest in you daily Jesus. Thank you for being my joy and strength, hope, love and future...
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