I came across this tonight looking for another folder and got a giggle.  Through a particular time, I was told to write out what I expected from a certain older child in my home.  We were under a lot of persecution at the time and I wasn't going to hold back to please any itching ears.  I told it like it was in this house. 
I was told that too much work is bad for children, well.  It was a very trying time for us... The Lord is good to all who call on Him....This is our expected list..

  To Live or Not To Live

If  I want to be wise I must seek the Lord.  Therefore I need to spend time in God’s Word, no one will do it for me.

If  I want clean clothes they have to be washed, therefore when laundry is piling up I must wash it and put it away.

If I want to eat I must be able to prepare food, therefore when needed I will prepare it. 

If I don’t want to be sick from not cleaning, I must clean.  Let’s face it, things become unsanitary and dirty with my help.

If  I want to further my head knowledge I must study and do my school, If I don’t, no one will do it for me and my head will stay empty.

If I want to live in harmony with my family I must be part of their team, I must like it because that is where I was put, the size won’t change and no one wants to hear about how I have rights to anything.  I will not let my circumstance rule my joy.

If I want to be heard, I must listen.

As for all other work…there are 394 verses in the bible about work.  Most of them are about working the ground.  I think that covers anything required outside when needed.

We all know what is required of us.  We may need to occasionally remind you, but you are expected to already know all of the above. 

If you have any questions about your appointed place feel free to contact us, we are always happy to listen, however your schedule for life will always stay the same.  

Love, Dad and Mom
Ephesians 6:1

Theresa

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