So, I hop in the driver's seat of Sarah's 4-runner for the first time since she bought it way back in March.  The first thing I notice is a piece of paper taped to the left panel near the base of the steering wheel (inconspicuous to anyone else in the vehicle but quite obvious to the driver).  On it are printed the following words, "Turn my heart to Your decrees, and not to material gain. Psalm 119:36 (Holman Satandard Version)."  For a moment I'm stunned, and then my eyes tear up.

I often dwell on my mistakes and failures. Believe me, they are many and it is hard not to go there.  I  am especially aware that my greatest tasks of being a good wife and mother are prescisely where my greatest falls occur. 

BUT...our God is gracious and merciful. He is always good and true in spite of our  sin and failure.