Tuesday, November 25, 2008

Consistency

This morning I was reading a particular book on childrearing. I started making a list of areas where our kids are needing improvement. Then I started thinking about my own relationship with Christ. What are the areas I need to work on? Not only in childrearing but in my own walk with the Lord? The chapter I was reading in this book was on consisitency. I want my children to always know what to expect and what will happen if they do this or that. I definately need to work on this. Then I read in my devotions this morning about being spiritually consistent. When I am spiritually consistent in mt walk then I am usually more focused and consistent with my children and what is expected. How can I maintain a spiritual consistency that will trickle into all other areas of my life, esp. childrearing? The answer is Christ. It's being rooted deeply in Him.

It's found in Ephesians 6:6-7:
but like slaves of Christ, doing the will of God from your heart.

The Lord is at work. I am thankful He showed me ways in which He wants to grow me. May my consistency in whatever I do be deeply motivated by my love for Him.

2 comments:

Unknown said...

you must have been reading my mind this morning. LOL!

Kelly said...

I was praying for you today about your issues with Sloanne. You can pray for me too-- I am dealing with some of the same things too. :) Glad we can pray for one anohther. Your blog REALLY encourages me. I can tell you really seek God's wisdom. :) Happy Thanksgiving! Thankful for you!