Happy Mother's Day 2012

This morning my sweet little Noah asks, "Mommy, what would be the best gift for you today?"

I reply, "I would just love some time to snuggle with you and be with you. Can we do that?"

Noah, "sure. How about we learn about tigers together?!"

Paige, "How about you watch a movie with me? How about Barney?! Yes, Barney!"  (not really a  question, more of a statement)

Steve and I laughed as we realized how sly they were.  They wanted to give me the best gift I could possibly want, but it turned out to be what they wanted!

How many times do we do this with God?

God I want to help the poor and needy, but how about I only give 1%?

God I want to reach out to my neighbor, but how about I wait until they pursue me?

God I need to apologize to my husband for ____, but he is so stubborn, I think he should apologize first?!

We tell Him things we want to do or recognize we should do, but how about my way? Or in my timing?

Now, I know my kids weren't intentionally doing this specific thing.  It just made me laugh, first of all, and then it made me think how this is so true of myself and possibly you.

It made me more aware of the importance of listening to His voice clearly or waiting to hear from Him  on how to go about certain situations and not pushing my own agenda and believing that is what God wants.

What does God want of me? What does He require?  What does it look like for me to desire what God desires of me?

Just a few questions to ponder this afternoon.



Back to Mother's Day....

All I want to do today is snuggle and learn about tigers with Noah and then watch Barney with Paige.  I want to soak up as much time with my kids as possible.

Being a mother is such a gracious gift that so many I know are not able to experience today.  Many women are heartbroken over infertility and miscarriages and today I pray that God would strengthen you and comfort you and that you would find someone to walk with you through this time!  I do not take it lightly that I have been entrusted with two beautiful, healthy and hilarious children!

Life really is a vapor and we are not promised tomorrow.  Find joy today in time with family and rest in Him!

Happy Mother's Day!