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The Mom I Want to Be

I went to a ladies brunch today at my church. The theme was about mothers. Someone read from Proverbs 31 and there were two ladies  that shared about how important a mom with a wonderful Christian example was in their lives. The first lady described how her mom (who raised her in NYC ) was a wonderful example in showing her how to live the Christian life in her priorities and attitudes. She was also a wonderful example of a mother and wife who is always present and willing to sacrifice for her kids and husband. 

The other dear lady described being raised in the mountains of rural Georgia (with no electricity or indoor plumbing ) by her mother (who was illiterate) and father (a share cropper) as the oldest of nine children.  She described her mother as a quiet woman whom never complained, and who was always singing hymns. She said her favorite was Amazing Grace, and was constantly praying for her children. She was a living testimony of God's love for her family.

The the most important theme today was the wonderful example that was set by these moms in how to live the Christian life. I want to be like both these moms modeling God's love, and to be a blessing to my family as well.

Children generally end up emulating their parents. Sometimes they pick up good habits and traits, but also the bad.  I don't always see that I am showing bad habits whether it be in my reactions toward them or in my relationship with my husband. Sometimes I don't show patience when I should, or give a kind word when it's needed. I can be critical instead of understanding, and I complain too much.

I want to grow to have a heart for the Lord that my children want to emulate.  While routines and recipes, and a clean house are
wonderful, that's not what I want my children to remember about me.  I want them to learn to love Jesus through my example and be there for them when they need me.

I know I have a long way to go, but I know that I can get there. God is not finished with me yet.


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  1. The Life Of FaithMay 21, 2017 at 10:14 AM

    Thank you for linking up with Mommy Moments! This was the top viewed link and will be featured in the link up today :)

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  2. JenniferMay 21, 2017 at 4:32 PM

    Wow thank you so much for hosting and reading.

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  3. Ifeoma SamuelJune 2, 2017 at 11:44 PM

    Hello Jennifer, this is a transparent and touching post.
    We are not there yet, are we?
    Praying God helps us to be the moms He wants us to be.
    God Bless and thanks for dropping by earlier

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