Nothing Greater Than the Peace of God

One thing I can can count on more than anyone or anything or any knowledge is God's stillness. His unwavering presence, His mighty protection, His tremendous comfort in all times. Sometimes my mind moves about engulfed in all the uncertainties of the day, tangled in the decision making & trouble shooting. He doesn't join me in that dance. Instead He stands ready, armed with a prepared peace for me. His power stands outside of all man's time. He is unshakable, never leaving those who love Him. And the knowledge of that kind of reliability quiets my restless cares... “I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid." John 14:27 (NLT) "The Lord is good, a strong refuge when trouble comes. He is close to those who trust in him" Nahum 1:7 (NLT)

Don't be a Light Snatcher

My child years ago was placed in a situation where she was being judged by her performance on one test area. Yet she was on the Honor Roll that year 3 quarters out of 4. She told me that individual made her feel dumb. I explained not everyone should teach and that she should just do her best no matter the audience. (I can make this assessment because I am blessed & surrounded by marvelous public educators as well as home educators) Anyhoo, she woke up this morning like she always does very nervous about a test. Not all children are the best test takers. She was second guessing herself, returning to that place of smallness she was placed in. I assured her it was just a test and that I know her work so I'm not worried. I wanted her to do the best that she is able to do & realize it's not defining her....She went on to Get an 89% on that test. I was proud of her, not for the number, but for releasing the lie. We have to remember as adults, how our words can be carried in the heart of a child for such a very long time. I'd rather support a joyful average student that wants to keep working at things, than be a "light snatcher Hebrews 10:24 Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works .