Things I'm learning

God has really been reinforcing and reminding me of some things lately, it would appear I have a lot to learn still! (Plus, I couldn't let my last post be the one on the top of page for too long!)

• I need to respect my husband. He needs my unconditional respect more than he needs my unconditional love (although he does need that too). Chris and I have been reading through and discussing the Love and Respect book by Emerson Eggerichs. It has been very challenging to me as to how I treat him and how a godly wife should act.


• My three boys are unique and each created differently for a special purpose by God. Therefore, each boy requires different and unique instruction, love and discipline. I have been studying Raising Responsive Children by Judy Rossi for my personal devotions and have been challenged this week to get to know my children as individuals and not lump them into one category. I do know that they have different personalities, but to intentionally think about it and apply it to how I treat them has been more challenging than I would have thought.


• God has a will for my life and our family. It isn't always apparent at first and often times scary and stressful, but God will provide all our needs and knows what we need before we even do.