We came home from running errands this afternoon to find "it" had arrived. "It" was the giant box of curriculum I had recently ordered and had been waiting expectantly for all week. I was like a kid on Christmas morning! Tearing into the box, I eagerly began organizing everything into piles for each kid. The piles kept growing...and growing...and growing. Before long, my prior elation turned to dread and I had a sudden overwhelming urge to curl up and take a nap...or sit in the fetal position under the table.
With one in high school, one in Jr. high and two in elementary this is going to be a challenging year. Keeping everything straight, everyone on track and my sanity somewhat in tact is going to take every single ounce of strength I possess...and then some.
Truth is if it were totally dependant on me, we'd be in a world of hurt. Thankfully I'm not in this alone.
Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong. 2 Corinthians 12:9-10
I can boast in nothing except my need for Christ. It is through His strength I am able to tackle planning an entire year of homeschooling for four kids. It is through His strength I am able to devote myself daily to teaching and training them in the way they should go. It is through His strength I am able to maintain a (relatively) peaceful environment and keep our home running (somewhat) smoothly.
So while I may feel like curling up in a ball under the table, I'm headed back in to face those piles. I will be faithful in what He's called me to...the rest is up to Him.
Being faithful in what HE has called you to do. That's the key!
ReplyDeleteOh, how many times have I tried to be 'faithful' in areas I had no business 'being'. So glad HE is gracious and patient, too!!!