Well, not really, but I'm getting there. Over at Intent, one mom has learned to shrug off the advice of others and hear the voice of God for her own family.
I think if we listen more to the voice of God instead of looking to some formula on raising our kids, we all would be better off for it. Less stress, less comparison, more grace, more understanding.
I've gone from one extreme to the other. To authoritative discipline to seemingly no discipline at all. I'm trying to settle in the middle somewhere. It isn't easy, but the journey will be worth it if I keep my eyes on the One who created my children as individuals and keep my ears open to his direction.
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We all need to give up on parenting adice at some point, otherwise we end up like the foolish one that is constantly swayed here and there. Instead we need to respectfully listen to advice then hand it to the Lord, praying for the wisdom to use what HE wants us to and to avoid what does not suit us. He knows us and our children erfectly. He knows that what works for the lady next door, in the grocery story, or even for our mothers, may or may not work for us. Good thing He is in control and we can look to Him for wisdom. :)
Hi,
I'm glad you received the book. Loved your comment on Dena's Graceland site.
Blessings!
Suzie Eller (T. Suzanne)
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