Last weekend I flew to Dallas, Texas where Angela from GoodMorningGirls.org met me at the airport and off to Sally’s Mom Heart Conference we went. {Big shout out to my hubby for taking off work to watch the kids! Thanks honey!}
I have pages and pages of notes I wish I could share with you. Sally filled my heart full with truth, ideals, inspiration and hope. Here are some of the quotes that I am still pondering (Sally had a few guest speakers, so some of these quotes include her guests):
Ephesians 6:4 says “Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.”
My response to my children’s sin is my responsibility.
It is God’s kindness that leads to repentance – our kindness will lead to our child’s repentance.
God is most pleased when he is revealed in us.
God in his infinite wisdom gave our children to us. We are in the right place, now maximize our time with them.
The little babies we have held in our arms have implications for eternity. What will I do to whisper into these children the secrets of the kingdom of God?
Every child hopes they will have a mommy that will tell stories, love them, listen to them and speak truth into their lives.
Choices have consequences. Satan wants us to think choices have no implications.
Teach your children to have purpose in life – their purpose is to influence the word rather than the world influence them.
We are called to teach our children the word of God – one brick at a time – one verse at a time – build a foundation. Give them thousands of hours of walking with God in his word with you.
A great place to influence children is over food.
God is not limited by any situation except by our lack of faith.
If you don’t choose to walk in the light your soul will become dark.
Am I being what I want my children to become?
Being a grump is not a good legacy to have. lol!
We are parenting our children while God is parenting us. God is training us while we train our children.
Do not give your children negative uninspiring labels.
We will reap what we sow in parenting.
Sally said “Be on guard against trying to follow formulas“. For example, “First time obedience”. God does not demand 1st time obedience of us. There’s this threat in some books “if you don’t get first time obedience you’ll lose their soul” Sally says – no put them to bed – give them a snack – maybe they are tired or hungry… Sometimes it’s the parent who is the strong willed child! Parent out of faith not fear. It’s the kindness and meekness of God that leads to repentance. He gives 2nd chances.
Put aside legalism and what you think your family should “look” like.
God has access to our kid’s brains. We are called to be like Jesus toward them…and let God be God in their lives – relinquish control to God or you will exasperate them.
Walk with the King,
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