Post by TheFirebrand on May 31, 2013 6:43:25 GMT -6
Many, O Lord, my God, are the wonders you have done. Psalm 40:5
Abby surveyed her house and shuddered. Toys were strewn across the floor; dishes were stacked high in the sink and on the kitchen counter; piles of laundry were everywhere. She sighed and asked herself, Why exactly did I decide to be a wife and mother?
Suddenly her three-year-old, Kyle, dashed in from the backyard and grabbed her hand. “Mama, come see! Come see!” Obediently, Abby stumbled after her excited son. They reached a brick walkway where dad was cleaning up the mess that had formed in the yard. Kyle proudly pointed to a green and yellow caterpillar. Together, mother and son squatted down for a closer look. Abby marveled at the caterpillar’s fine black stripes and wiggly antennae. She turned to let the sun’s rays bathe her shoulders in warmth and spotted the delicate strands of an intricate spiderweb still under construction in her camellia bush. She pointed out the web to her son. “Wow,” he whispered. Side by side they watched the spider complete the beautiful design. Thank You, God, Abby breathed. Now I remember why.
It’s easy to let the burden of parenthood and stress of marriage steal our appreciation for God’s amazing creation. Yet Scripture says that “He has caused his wonders to be remembered” (Psalm 111:4). We will remember—and discover a more spiritual perspective on the mundane side of life—if we only take the time to look. Sometimes our kids will be the ones to lead us there.
Before you say good night, stop with your family to admire God’s creation. We can barely comprehend the splendors God has created for our enjoyment. Thank Him for incredible blessings and for the ability to appreciate them with loved ones. Families should always remember His amazing wonders. Family is the most amazing one ...
Abby surveyed her house and shuddered. Toys were strewn across the floor; dishes were stacked high in the sink and on the kitchen counter; piles of laundry were everywhere. She sighed and asked herself, Why exactly did I decide to be a wife and mother?
Suddenly her three-year-old, Kyle, dashed in from the backyard and grabbed her hand. “Mama, come see! Come see!” Obediently, Abby stumbled after her excited son. They reached a brick walkway where dad was cleaning up the mess that had formed in the yard. Kyle proudly pointed to a green and yellow caterpillar. Together, mother and son squatted down for a closer look. Abby marveled at the caterpillar’s fine black stripes and wiggly antennae. She turned to let the sun’s rays bathe her shoulders in warmth and spotted the delicate strands of an intricate spiderweb still under construction in her camellia bush. She pointed out the web to her son. “Wow,” he whispered. Side by side they watched the spider complete the beautiful design. Thank You, God, Abby breathed. Now I remember why.
It’s easy to let the burden of parenthood and stress of marriage steal our appreciation for God’s amazing creation. Yet Scripture says that “He has caused his wonders to be remembered” (Psalm 111:4). We will remember—and discover a more spiritual perspective on the mundane side of life—if we only take the time to look. Sometimes our kids will be the ones to lead us there.
Before you say good night, stop with your family to admire God’s creation. We can barely comprehend the splendors God has created for our enjoyment. Thank Him for incredible blessings and for the ability to appreciate them with loved ones. Families should always remember His amazing wonders. Family is the most amazing one ...