Apr. 21, 2008 - Homeschool Convention and Conviction

We were blessed to be able to attend the Indianapolis Homeschool Convention this past weekend together as a family. The speakers encouraged and challenged us in our walk with the Lord and in our responsibility to teach and train our children.  Our daughters were encouraged by several of the speakers as well, and they were also able to see some dear friends and make some new ones.  I think they enjoy the convention even more than I do. 

One of the speakers, Norm Wakefield, really convicted me of my attitude.  I can get irritated so quickly and react to what is going on around me in such an ungodly way.  It may just be my tone of voice, my words, my actions or a combination of all three that are not reflecting the saving work of Jesus Christ in my life.  I need to not react to situations in the flesh, but to respond with the love of Christ.  Jesus did not save me just so I would not go to hell, He saved me from my sin.  I need to cling close to Him to be able to act and respond in a right way, a way that shows love, servanthood and grace. 

Norm Wakefield told of a time when he spoke in anger to one of his little children and was immediately convicted by the Holy Spirit about it. When he apologized to his child, he wanted to make it clear that it  was daddy that acted badly not  Jesus. 

In Chapter 3 of Colossians it describes very clearly about putting away the old self and putting on the new.  Verse 12 tells us to put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.  My actions definitely reflect on my Savior and through my actions I can bring glory to Him or bring disappointment and shame upon His name.  I want to bring glory to God through my life and I need His mercy to accomplish it. 

   

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Apr. 21, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by magg93

The convention was wonderful! Norm Wakefield was a wonderful speaker and I too learned a lot from his sessions.
I especially liked John Stonestreet's presentation on biotechnology, that was extremely interesting and encouraging for Christians to take hold.
Have a Great Day!
Love
Maggie
By the way, Peggy had four kittens early this morning. They are all black.

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Apr. 21, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by happycamper

I am so glad you had a wonderful time. We were unable to find babysitters. We made the most of our time, making the raised garden beds though. I will have to plan better for next year.
Jenn

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Apr. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Shutterbug

Hey there Robin,
I too need to work on this. Every day I get caught up in the heat of the moment and snap at my kids. I am convicted almost instantly and ask forgiveness, but the damage is sometimes harder to undo. I can see my sinful actions in my children as they interacted with each other. So, we are all working on it. Thank you for the reminder.
You are loved and appreciated!
Marie :)

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Apr. 26, 2008 - Thank you for the reminder!

Posted by dustbunniesandbooks

I heard him last year and bought his Anchored in Christ book (and renamed our homeschool). I'm sad to say, I've fallen back into old habits. Sigh....

Thanks for posting. I needed the reminder.

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