I've been reminded that my children's rebellion in disobeying me has nothing to do with me, it's about them and God, and they are turning from God's authority in their lives. When I see it in this light, I realize I don't have to take it all so personally. Knowing this should help me to have the right reactions as well.
I rebel too. I buck God's authority in my life. How do I want God to deal with me, with my sin?
I want God to deal with me with tenderness and loving correction. His goal is restoration and a soft tender heart. Do I want His wrath poured out on me? Do I want God to deal with me in the same way I have been dealing with my children? These thoughts spur me on to keep teaching more about the character of God. I've been lazy. Self creeps in again. I can't do it. His Spirit must.... in me.
I need wisdom for handling the moments when my children are disobedient. I need to seek God. I need to pour out my life for others. I need Him to change me. I pray He will not keep me where I am.
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