"My son, obey your father's commands, and don't neglect your mother's instructions.
Keep their words always in your heart.
Tie them around your neck.
When you walk, their counsel will lead you.
When you sleep, they will protect you.
When you wake up, they will advise you.
For their command is a lamp and their instruction a light;
their corrective discipline is the way to life."
Proverbs 6:20-23
Oh, if only we could write this on our children's hearts! I pray for each of us as we guide our children to a relationship with Christ!
Have a Blessed day!
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Proverbs 5
"Let your wife be a fountain of blessing for you.
Rejoice in the wife of your youth.
She is a loving deer, a graceful doe.
Let her breasts satisfy you always.
May you be captivated by her love."
This part is mainly for the husband, but I think that wives can also learn from it. We need to cherish our husbands as well, and not compare them or fantasize what they could be. I struggle with this when I get caught up in Christian Romance novels. I enjoy reading them, but I find myself comparing Josh to the husband character. I have had to really pray about this and monitor the novels that I read. I have been very blessed with the husband God has given me, and I would never want to take that for granted. I want to encourage each of us to be "captivated by their love!"
Rejoice in the wife of your youth.
She is a loving deer, a graceful doe.
Let her breasts satisfy you always.
May you be captivated by her love."
This part is mainly for the husband, but I think that wives can also learn from it. We need to cherish our husbands as well, and not compare them or fantasize what they could be. I struggle with this when I get caught up in Christian Romance novels. I enjoy reading them, but I find myself comparing Josh to the husband character. I have had to really pray about this and monitor the novels that I read. I have been very blessed with the husband God has given me, and I would never want to take that for granted. I want to encourage each of us to be "captivated by their love!"
Monday, January 4, 2010
Proverbs 4
"My children, listen when your father corrects you.
Pay attention and learn good judgement, for I am giving you good guidance.
My child, listen to me and do as I say, and you will have a long, good life.
I will teach you wisdom's ways and lead you in straight paths.
My child, pay attention to what I say.
Listen carefully to my words.
Don't lose sight of them.
Let them penetrate deep into your heart, for they bring life to those who find them, and healing to their whole body.
Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.
Look straight ahead, and fix your eyes on what lies before you.
Mark out a straight path for your feet; stay on the safe path."
Proverbs 4:1-2, 10-11, 20-23, 25-26
One of our greatest privileges as parents is to teach our children about the Lord. It is our responsibility to encourage our children to become wise. We can pass our wisdom on to our children, but ultimately, all wisdom comes from the Lord, so we need to urge them to turn to Him. I pray for each of us (myself included) as we embark on this journey to raise our children to be Godly human beings.
Pay attention and learn good judgement, for I am giving you good guidance.
My child, listen to me and do as I say, and you will have a long, good life.
I will teach you wisdom's ways and lead you in straight paths.
My child, pay attention to what I say.
Listen carefully to my words.
Don't lose sight of them.
Let them penetrate deep into your heart, for they bring life to those who find them, and healing to their whole body.
Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.
Look straight ahead, and fix your eyes on what lies before you.
Mark out a straight path for your feet; stay on the safe path."
Proverbs 4:1-2, 10-11, 20-23, 25-26
One of our greatest privileges as parents is to teach our children about the Lord. It is our responsibility to encourage our children to become wise. We can pass our wisdom on to our children, but ultimately, all wisdom comes from the Lord, so we need to urge them to turn to Him. I pray for each of us (myself included) as we embark on this journey to raise our children to be Godly human beings.
Sunday, January 3, 2010
Happy Birthday Brenden!
Wow, I can not believe that my baby boy is 4! I remember the day that God brought you into the world. My sweet little boy, you have been such a joy to our lives. You are always so happy and love to have fun. Your favorite thing to do: PLAY! Your silly nature always makes me smile. I am truly blessed to have such a wonderful little boy that loves Jesus so much. I know that you will grow to be a Godly man, following God's will for your life! I love you Brenden!
Proverbs 3
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.
Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take."
Proverbs 3:5-6
I think this is one of my favorite verses. I think that so many times in our world people only think they need to trust God for the big things or when things are going well, but God wants us to trust Him in everything. I think that there are also many that fear putting their trust in an unseen God, without realizing how incomplete we are without Him. We can do nothing on our own and the greatest choice we can make is to put our complete trust in Him. I cannot tell you how blessed my family has been in the last month...we put our complete faith in Christ, and He was faithful, loving, and gracious! Give God everything and I think that you will be pleasantly surprised at the outcome! Praise the Lord!
Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take."
Proverbs 3:5-6
I think this is one of my favorite verses. I think that so many times in our world people only think they need to trust God for the big things or when things are going well, but God wants us to trust Him in everything. I think that there are also many that fear putting their trust in an unseen God, without realizing how incomplete we are without Him. We can do nothing on our own and the greatest choice we can make is to put our complete trust in Him. I cannot tell you how blessed my family has been in the last month...we put our complete faith in Christ, and He was faithful, loving, and gracious! Give God everything and I think that you will be pleasantly surprised at the outcome! Praise the Lord!
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Proverbs 2
"Tune your ears to wisdom, and concentrate on understanding.
Cry out for insight, and ask for understanding.
Search for them as you would for silver; seek them like hidden treasures.
Then you will understand what it means to fear the Lord, and you will gain knowledge of God.
For the Lord grants wisdom! From His mouth come knowledge and understanding.
He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest. He is a shield to those who walk with integrity.
He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to Him.
Then you will understand what is right, just and fair, and you will find the right way to go.
For wisdom will enter your heart and knowledge will fill you with joy."
Proverbs 2:2-10
What an encouragement these verses are to me. To have JOY in Christ is such a precious thing. By seeking Him daily and searching for His wisdom, we can have JOY in Him! Praise His Name!
I hope each of you that reads this finds JOY today!
Cry out for insight, and ask for understanding.
Search for them as you would for silver; seek them like hidden treasures.
Then you will understand what it means to fear the Lord, and you will gain knowledge of God.
For the Lord grants wisdom! From His mouth come knowledge and understanding.
He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest. He is a shield to those who walk with integrity.
He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to Him.
Then you will understand what is right, just and fair, and you will find the right way to go.
For wisdom will enter your heart and knowledge will fill you with joy."
Proverbs 2:2-10
What an encouragement these verses are to me. To have JOY in Christ is such a precious thing. By seeking Him daily and searching for His wisdom, we can have JOY in Him! Praise His Name!
I hope each of you that reads this finds JOY today!
Friday, January 1, 2010
Proverbs 1
The Purpose of Proverbs:
"...to teach people wisdom and discipline, to help them understand the insights of the wise.
...to teach people to live disciplined and successful lives, to help them do what is right, just, and fair.
They will give insight to the simple, knowledge and discernment to the young."
"Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge..."
Proverbs 1:2-4,7 (New Living Life Application Bible)
I want to encourage you to seek out God's wisdom through His Word. There have been many times in my life when I have come upon a struggle and immediately sought out the answers from friends, family, books, etc. Though these can all offer support or affirmation, I have realized that I first need to seek out Christ and His guidance. He has a plan for each step of our lives, including the times that we struggle. I have found great guidance through the Proverbs. I want to encourage you to read Proverbs everyday, especially with your children. Let us fill them with God's wisdom while they are young and encourage them to seek out His Will for their lives.
God Bless!
"...to teach people wisdom and discipline, to help them understand the insights of the wise.
...to teach people to live disciplined and successful lives, to help them do what is right, just, and fair.
They will give insight to the simple, knowledge and discernment to the young."
"Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge..."
Proverbs 1:2-4,7 (New Living Life Application Bible)
I want to encourage you to seek out God's wisdom through His Word. There have been many times in my life when I have come upon a struggle and immediately sought out the answers from friends, family, books, etc. Though these can all offer support or affirmation, I have realized that I first need to seek out Christ and His guidance. He has a plan for each step of our lives, including the times that we struggle. I have found great guidance through the Proverbs. I want to encourage you to read Proverbs everyday, especially with your children. Let us fill them with God's wisdom while they are young and encourage them to seek out His Will for their lives.
God Bless!
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