What Great Love

Recently I was having a moment. I was tucked away in my room and crying about something our family was going through. The unfair, out-of-my-control life stuff.

My thoughts turned toward my kids, as they most times do… and just like that, the pain and heaviness felt unbearable.

My kids. Oh, if only I could take this pain away from them. I would change the inevitable ending and make it all better. Have you ever felt this way?

No matter how old or wise my children become, when they are hurting, my heart wants to run to them. I want to wrap my arms around them, carry their burdens and heal their pain.

In the midst of my suffering , I thought about Christ’s love for us. It is far greater than this momma' can even fathom!

What I wish I could do as a mother, He actually CAN! We are God’s children. He wants to carry our burdens and provide us with all the love and comfort we need.

Mom the Superhero

There was a time I was my children’s superhero. In their innocent hearts, I held the power to make everything better…and I could back then. Somewhere along the way, they grew up…and I forgot to turn in my “hero” badge. I still find myself trying to fix everything Instead of giving it to God.

When I finally realize what I’m doing, I come to Him with a full plate of burdens…and a side of mom guilt.

“I’m sorry God, I was just trying to help. Do you mind fixing this?

I certainly keep God busy with my meddling. While I’m sure He appreciates my efforts, He doesn’t need my help.

Mommas, this is not to say you should stop loving your children like you do. Your job is so important! Your heart and your love are reflections of Christ. Love your children, wrap your arms around them, comfort and encourage them…no matter how old.

But most importantly, lead them to the arms of their Heavenly Father. Let God do the rest.

I John 3:1

“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!”

~Serena Cahoon