Scripture: Luke 11:17 Jesus knew their thoughts and said to them: "Any kingdom divided against itself will be ruined, and a house divided against itself will fall.
Observation: Many times I view our family as "me against them". I don't mean to, it just slowly evolves. Then it becomes a game I can't win. I'm lonely and they're defensive. I don't want to be a house divided.
Application: I need to try to find more ways to involve my kids, enjoy time together, laugh and play with them and not get bogged down and frustrated with all my to-do lists not getting done. A long time from now, I won't remember all the lists I scratched off but I will remember all the memories we made in the process. I want to make sure they're good ones.
Prayer: Dear Lord, Please forgive me for allowing my house to be divided. I don't want it to be a "me against them" game. I want us to be united in You. Show me how to create a more unified environment with more joy so that we can make memories that will last. Help me to not get so caught up in my lists that I miss the important stuff. Thank you that your mercies are new each morning. Please bless this family, Lord.
Amen
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