Mocha Moments

Motherhood. What comes to mind when you here this word. Is it a picture of a woman bound many years of her life caring for children who are oblivious to her sacrifice of time, energy and emotion? Or is it demonstrated by the woman with the impeccably clean home and children with perfect manners who would impress the toughest of Marine Drill Sargents with their disciplined behavior? While I do think we should keep our homes clean and teach our children good manners, I don't think that these things epitomise Motherhood. Motherhood carries with it something deeper than just "taking care of children". It implies a sense of obligation, not only to God, but to the child(ren) as well. We are obligated as mothers to raise our children in such a way that when they are old they will not depart from it. I think this type of raising requires more of us than just taking them to church and teaching them some Bible stories. I think we have to be, and when I say be I mean live, the way we want them to go. Jesus demonstrated this when He told His disciples, "I am the way...." (John 14:6). Mothers are one of the first Bibles children will ever read. What "words" are they reading? I am realizing more everyday how much being a mother requires of me, and how short I fall. But His grace is sufficient for me, and His strength is made perfect in my weakness. The greater thing is to know that children are invaluable, and that there are few greater undertakings then to train a child. I believe that God will honor my attitude, and give me the light I need for this awesome journey. For His Glory Alone. Take some sips with me and share your thoughts.