"Wisdom does not spring up overnight. It is, instead, like an oak tree that starts as a tiny acorn, grows into a sapling, and eventually reaches up to the sky, tall and strong." Praying for My Family - A Devotion Book for Moms and Dads.
Wisdom does not come easy. To me, it is hard work. By God's grace, I was introduced to His Son at the age of 21. I simply don't have the answers to the questions that glare me in the face while raising children. Often I make decisions based on what I know from my own childhood. I am learning to seek His word for the answers and to pray for wisdom. So often, I am brought to my knees to pray for my children. 'Seeking Wisdom' is not idle, but boy I sure can move mountains from sittin' on my knees! While I do not claim to have wisdom, what I do have is a desire for it. When I dig deep, God is faithful to show himself very real to me.
If I were studying to be an engineer, I would have to take countless classes and read many textbooks. For me, raising children presents the same awesome challenge. If I want to do the very best job that God has called me to do, I must read and learn what the Bible says about raising children. I have many biblically-based supplemental books on parenting, too. Also, I am fascinated by 'times gone by' when children were children and respect for authority was seemingly natural...or at least, expected. I watch and learn what is going on in the world today and pray for guidance, as I seek to raise my children according to His will.
Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.
~Proverbs 4:7
What are some lessons you have learned about 'wisdom' or from the incredible task of raising children?
I am linking this to Spiritual Sundays. Have a blessed day!
Wisdom does not come easy. To me, it is hard work. By God's grace, I was introduced to His Son at the age of 21. I simply don't have the answers to the questions that glare me in the face while raising children. Often I make decisions based on what I know from my own childhood. I am learning to seek His word for the answers and to pray for wisdom. So often, I am brought to my knees to pray for my children. 'Seeking Wisdom' is not idle, but boy I sure can move mountains from sittin' on my knees! While I do not claim to have wisdom, what I do have is a desire for it. When I dig deep, God is faithful to show himself very real to me.
If I were studying to be an engineer, I would have to take countless classes and read many textbooks. For me, raising children presents the same awesome challenge. If I want to do the very best job that God has called me to do, I must read and learn what the Bible says about raising children. I have many biblically-based supplemental books on parenting, too. Also, I am fascinated by 'times gone by' when children were children and respect for authority was seemingly natural...or at least, expected. I watch and learn what is going on in the world today and pray for guidance, as I seek to raise my children according to His will.
Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.
~Proverbs 4:7
What are some lessons you have learned about 'wisdom' or from the incredible task of raising children?
I am linking this to Spiritual Sundays. Have a blessed day!
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