Life changes
daily
proof of those changes come through…many different forms.
A knock at the door, phone calls, emails, you name it…we can learn about change…very quickly
One thing does not change…
What I desire for my children.
When I first became a Mom…I thought…OK, when they’re old enough, they will go to Sunday school, then off to regular school and then…then, I’ll have some time.
What I did not know, because I did not know God well…or his word….was this command:
Now, do not get me wrong. I am not saying that the law has to be followed to get into Heaven.
No, I believe Jesus paid the price…and no works can gain our way into Heaven.
However, I do believe the word of God is truth and wisdom.
So, began our journey…to homeschool.
Our children had been in activities that ‘taught’ them scripture (ok,they memorized it to get a prize) and they attended ‘discipleship’ at church….and many other activities.
And…if your children do, GREAT
But, God gave US the command to teach our children
God gave Fathers…the responsibility to be the spiritual leader in their home.
So, we have made some major changes in our home.
and they are based on God’s word
as we learn more, as we grow closer to him, we pray for his guidance
for his direction for our home….
and me, this is what I pray…for my children.
These are my verses….and I have been blessed by them as I read through Ephesians with Good Morning Girls…
Ephesians 6:6-9
What are your prayers? What are your verses?
Join me andJennifer Janes, as we share our Seeds for the week. Share your verse(s) with us through linking your blog or a comment. We have no rules….no need to use our button, etc…just share and encourage others….
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One of my favorite verses is 3 John verse 4: “I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.” That is also my prayer for my children, that they would always be close to and rely on the Lord!
Thanks for sharing those verses from Ephesians, I’m learning and growing so much from the study so far!
Jenn, that is a great verse….truly ties in very well with this one!!! Thank you for sharing!!!!!! Do you have any other favorites?
Hmm, you got me thinking!
Another one I love is Psalm 32:8, “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go, I will counsel you with My eye upon you.” It reminds me that I can do a lot to teach my children but it is the Holy Spirit who will truly bring their hearts to Christ.
Oh, that’s a good one, too!!!!!
THOSE are some of my favorite verses and prayers! I SO wanted to call you today, but I was ill with anxiety and couldn’t function. Thank you for always lifting us before the Throne. He heard your prayers and lifted me out of that pit in time to write my Seed! <3
Jennifer,
You were heavy on my mind all day yesterday…and this morning. I hope we can talk today. If not, please know,I am lifting you up!
Isn’t it amazing to see how different God’s plan can be from ours? Yet, His is always right. I am learning that (the hard way in some cases). Prayers to you, for our children, and families.
Robin, YES…and I have a secret to share with you…I usually don’t learn anything the easy way…..
Love this, thank you so much for sharing, I would love to home school, but we have a blended family, and my childrens mom wont allow it…but if we have another I will for sure home school..I truly think it is the best. Found you from GMG.
Sherry, Thank you for dropping by! I never wanted to homeschool…..so, it is amazing how God changed my heart!
These are the prayers that I have for my children as well, and it’s hard to remember that it starts with me. If I’m not in the Word, if I’m not sharing His commands and His love, then they will never learn it from me. And I’d much rather them learn it from their parents than from their Sunday School teachers.
Jennifer, So true…I have to be in the word….and be the main person (with my husband) to teach themby word and action!
I love those verses in Ephesians today. Something about “eyes of your heart” has really stuck with me.
Amanda, so true…..eyes of your heart….those take a deep meaning when you consider there only God can see into our heart, but until we allow him in to change it, our vision of the world is so clouded!
God is always faithful – even if we cannot see the fruit immediately with our own eyes. Great message.
So true, Kathleen, it isn’t very often I am able to see immediate fruit…in my heart or my children’s….but, over time…I do…
I love those verses that you shared. One of the verses I like is
Romans 12:2
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
I know there have been a lot of changes around our house as well. God has definitely been working in our life, in how our children are taught. Definitely glad that He lead us to homeschool our children!
Joy, I LOVE that verse….and it is one of my favorites!!!! Thank you!!!!
3 John v 4- Yes Yes! Love
Wonderful article! yes, the “eyes of your heart” – you bless me so much on a regular basis! I
“do not cease to give thanks for you” – my friend!!!
Oh you’re speaking my heart! I would absolutely LOVE to literally WRAP our house with Deuteronomy 6! And the verses from Ephesians…and so many many more! Seriously, God’s word is truth, life, love, inspiration! Thank you for sharing this reminder of what God has called me to do – I needed it in the midst of a self-serving and very difficult week so far!