Sep. 16, 2006
TRUTHS about Homeschooling
Posted in Homeschooling
Yesterday I was having a difficult
time. I was struggling with feelings of inadequacy when it came to
homeschooling and parenting. I'm sure I'm not the only one who
struggles with these, but it just seemed like every blog I hit someone
was listing all the things they had accomplished, and I was dealing
with just having enough energy to get out of bed, and not feel
overwhelmed with the day.
The Lord encouraged me by, even in my half-awake state, giving me
reasons why I can homeschool and do anything else that overwhelms me. I
felt blessed that He would do this for me.
Here is the list of truths
that I felt like He gave me (some paraphrased by me - I'm sure the Lord
said it much better, but I didn't write it down right away):
- I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.
- God wouldn’t have called our family to homeschool if I wasn’t able (in Him) to do the job.
- Satan would love for me to give up; think that I was a failure; and give my children back to public schools to indoctrinate.
- If it wasn’t such an important issue, I wouldn’t feel so attacked and like a failure in this area.
- I am more than a conqueror in Christ (and this includes homeschooling, parenting, and every other area in my life).
I was also reminded of the short story contest example Escaping the Homeschool Matrix, by Steve Walden. If you haven't read it, it is encouraging when you are feeling like giving up. Read JenIg's also. Her story is a different take on parenting, etc., but equally encouraging. It made me cry.
Just my thoughts for today! Hope your day is blessed. Feel free to comment with more truths that I might have missed.
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Sep. 17, 2006 - thank you for sharing your heart...
 Posted by trustingdaily
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I will pray for you this week. There are so many times over the years I've felt a failure. It's satan's tactic to destroy us and our family. It's just not so though, Marla. You aren't a failure. Several years ago, an older, seasoned, homeschooling friend of mine said these words to me and I'll never forget them. "I've come to the point that I no longer care if my children are dummer than dirt, my goal is that they love the Lord." Of course her children are very bright, two of the four have spent extensive time in other countries on mission trips and all four truly love the Lord.
Be encouraged.
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Sep. 17, 2006 - Untitled Comment
 Posted by Rebeca
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Hi Marla,
Thanks so much for your prayers for us during this time. I'm sorry that you have been through this as well.
I trust the Lord will work everything out for your move, and give you grace and strength as you need it.
Rebeca
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Sep. 23, 2006 - Untitled Comment
 Posted by cptwentworth
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I am so glad to read your list of reasons! I feel the same way right now. I have some ideas and plans on what I want to do, but I'm having a hard time getting out of bed in the morning, let alone making meals and laundry, and school is sometimes getting pushed aside. But I know the kids are learning every day, and it's not just workbooks. Thanks for the encouragement.
And congratulations on getting your new place! God is good. I'm glad that all worked out for you and you don't need to live out of a suitcase anymore. Been there, done that.
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