Jan. 18, 2006 - Struggling?
Do you ever have moments when you are struggling and feel like you are laboring in vain with your homeschooling? I know I had those moments when our children were younger—before we had homeschool graduates who went on to complete college. Even though I have a track record with some success, I still have moments of struggle with homeschooling. It is easier to handle now when the enemy comes in like a flood and wants me to “tizz out” over my inadequacies as a homeschool mother/teacher. My husband always encourages me and says, “the enemy doesn’t want us to teach our children, so of course he’s going to attack.” In general the attacks, those fiery darts of the wicked, aren’t going away. I think they are intensifying as the enemy realizes his end is near. Look around; it doesn’t take a nuclear physicist to see the signs of the time. If you are struggling with wondering if you are laboring in vain, look to the Word and ask yourself: · Am I doing what is right in God’s eyes? Did He call you to homeschool? I think He gave you scripture—review it and stand on it. · Where would your children be if they weren’t homeschooled? It is easier to see the difference, as they get older, say high school. If you have younger children, it’s harder to see what a difference homeschooling makes. Please take my word for it. If you are doing what God told you to do, you will see wonderful fruit because of your obedience to homeschool. · Where is grace and mercy? We’re living proof of God’s grace and mercy in homeschooling! I’m here to testify that: · I’m not the perfect homeschool mom and I haven't found one yet [1 John 1:8 "If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us."]. · We had some rotten days where I’m glad we made it to bedtime without losing our marbles, and I thank God that we are still in the running. · The Lord will teach your children [Isaiah 54:13 All your children shall be taught by the Lord, And great shall be the peace of your children.] · Love covers a multitude of sins and mercy triumphs over judgment! · You may sow in tears, but you will reap in joy! · Better days are coming! Maybe your struggle isn't with homeschooling, but these principles still apply. Here’s a prayer for you: Father God, please hide me in the shelter of Your wings and comfort me in my struggle. Lord, please reveal the truth of my situation to me. I ask You to reveal Your wisdom and Your strategy for me at this time in my life. Please help me to see the big picture and to focus my thought life on what is true, honest and just and what is pure, lovely and of good report. Forgive me for despairing and strengthen me for what lies ahead. I ask this in the name of Jesus Christ and give You all the praise and the glory. Amen. Blessings, Harriet
Comments
Feb. 12, 2006 - Thank You!
Posted by Youngwife
I appreciate your heart for encouraging young mothers. I look forward to more of your words of wisdom.
Mar. 30, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by momn4boys
Aahhh Thank You. It is now 2:16 am and here I am. I can't sleep, fretting over curriculum choices, the too few years I have left with my oldest, and I random blog and read this. Just what I need!
Apr. 9, 2006 - love this post
Posted by quietcajun
This was so very encouraging! Thanks!
