Parenting Notes

January 2009

“Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you.” John 14:27

One of the greatest things in the world you can give to your child is PEACE.  Oh, but you can’t give it until YOU get it.  Our children are searching for a safe, peaceful place in the world today.  There is much turmoil out there, but don’t let it get in here—in your heart, in your home.  Your home needs to be a safe haven from opposition for your child.  You can set the tenor of your home.  Remember the old saying, “If Mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy!”  There is more truth to this than you can imagine.  You can set the atmosphere of your home.  You are Lord in your home so use that authority wisely. 

It begins by starting your day with the Word of God.  His Spirit lives in you.  Start by decreeing that no spirit is allowed in my home today except that which is pleasing to God Almighty.  Anything in my home must glorify God.  Set a watch before my mouth and guard the words of my lips—until I can get my heart right.  I prayed this scripture for many years until Bro. Tommy Williams shared with us that by now your heart should be well trained and filled with His Word.  I began to examine my heart and realize that scripture was just a crutch and excuse for my bad behavior.  I must get current with doing the Word.  I was just being lazy.   Oh, and I really don’t want lazy kids, do I? 

So there will be areas where we need to learn before our children can see the truth in action.  When they see the peace you are walking in coming out your mouth and evident in your actions they will be drawn to it.

Just the other day I was aggravated about something when I had my grand kids with me.  Miss Kate looked over to Lauren and said, “I think Gammy needs a hug!”  Kids catch on fast!  They can be such a blessing when they have the right way taught to them.

Are you walking in peace yet?  I will if you will. Give your children the gift of coming home to find peace and joy available to them.

Father, today we have the peace of God that passes understanding available to us through your Word.  I receive it now for my home and my family.  Thank you for your special provision for my needs to be met and those of my children.   Amen.

Blessings,

Mama Jo