The day is going about as usual. One child is on the floor doing the famous “drop and flop” after not getting her way. The laundry pile, “Mount WashMore”, is glaring at me from the other room screaming how behind I am. The older two should be doing schoolwork, but the phone rang so they are off and running. A million other things are buzzing in my brain needing my attention at the same time.
Overwhelmed does not come close to describing how I am feeling.
As a mom who loves the Lord and wants to leave a Godly legacy, what are some ways to combat all these pressures?
First, time alone with the Lord is a must. As much as possible try and make the time a priority. Not to be confused with adding something else to your to-do list, but weaving God throughout your day. I have memories of my mom with her Bible out at various times during her day. Also, I love to listen to encouraging sermons at www.sermonaudio.com while folding laundry or other chores. Getting fed with scripture helps us grow in our faith and keep us focused.
Second is worship music. The kids and I have a habit of turning up our worship music nice and loud while we clean house. This gets the whole family praising! TV off, worship music on. Many cable companies have contemporary Christian music channels available to listen through your TV as well.
And lastly, I am able to focus on the Lord in the car by listening to God’s word through music. We have found two CD’s called “Hide ‘em in Your Heart” by Steve Green. The whole family enjoys them, but the best part is the automatic scripture memory everyone gets from listening. These CD’s are encouraging to me as well as my children. I have even caught my older kids singing along! They are wonderful for my child with developmental delays because they are short, simple and repetitive. You can take a look yourself at www.stevegreenministries.org/music/hidem_in_your_heart_vol1.php .
I have found that focusing on the Lord and weaving Him throughout my day is a perfect way to combat all of life’s pressures.
www.stevegreenministries.org
“Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. Worship the LORD with gladness; come before Him with joyful songs.” Psalm 100:1-2
❀What helps you stay focused on the Lord during the stress of your day?❀
By Tara Dovenbarger
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