The body of Christ is astounding.
I love that we can give and take, mentor and be mentors, disciple and be discipled from one another. When I get the time to visit this blog I am always encouraged- feeling like I've just sat with a friend from whom I can learn so much from. I, again, was blessed to read this and wanted to share a tiny little bit. She is talking about a book called ' "Parenting is your highest calling" and other myths.' :


“If I pursue God first as my highest call and am satisfied in His love, then I am freed not to love my children less but to love them rightly.”

"When I focus on loving God first, then it seems to set everything in a clearer perspective.

I can resist the constant temptation to see my children as extensions of myself, which gets me into a lot of trouble!
I can resist the temptation to find my identity, significance and purpose through my children instead of through Christ.
When I get this order right—loving God first—an amazing thing happens. I have so much more love—the right kind of love!-- to offer my children.
I have less pride, more understanding and patience to offer.
My kids benefit in another way as well. I’m no longer looking to them to provide what only God can provide!"

More coffee anyone?