The morning has just begun, but I already feel like I want – I need to just crawl back into bed and pull the covers up over my head. One thing going wrong seems to lead to another thing going wrong. Before I know it, everything seems to be spiraling out of control.
The house that I just finished cleaning is already a mess. I have no idea what I’m making for lunch – much less how I’m going to manage to get dinner on the table. Munchkin is feeling sick. I’m feeling a migraine coming on. School? Well, we’re a few weeks behind on Munchkin’s school work. I have deadlines that need to be met, and I’m no where near being done with the work.
It’s days like these that I find myself falling on my knees praying – seeking guidance – seeking comfort – seeking strength. I know that somehow I’ve gotten off track, and I need the Lord’s help to get back on the right path. I need wisdom to see where I have gone astray.
Although life can be crazy, I know that when things start to spiral out of control and I start to feel overwhelmed with everything that I have lost focus. I have set my sights on the here and now instead of the on the eternal. When this happens, my marriage suffers, my homemaking suffers, my parenting suffers, and my teaching suffers.
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After I spend time in prayer, I usually tell Munchkin that mommy needs a little time alone. I need to spend some time in The Word. It’s imperative that I refocus and seek the Lord’s will for my life and that of my family. I need the wisdom that can only be found in His Word.
In The Word, I find strength and comfort. I start to feel refreshed. In my own strength, I am nothing, but with the strength of the Lord, I can accomplish great things. “With God, all things are possible.”
Once I’m back on track, I know it’s extremely important that I make sure that I don’t lose focus on the eternal. I need to spend time daily in The Word and in prayer. I also want to try to receive regular encouragement and wisdom from others who have been there, done that. There is just something inspiring about hearing that others have gone through the same journey and made it to the next stage with a happy, healthy home even though there were many bumps along the way.
One piece of encouragement that I look forward to each week is the Encouraging Moments newsletter from Eternal Encouragement magazine (formerly TEACH magazine). I’ve been receiving this newsletter for… well, I can’t even remember when I wasn’t receiving it as I signed up for this free weekly newsletter some time ago. Each week, Lorrie Flem shares her heart and solid advice with readers. If you haven’t signed up for the newsletter, I recommend heading over to www.homemakingwithteach.com and signing up for it. (It’s on the upper right hand corner of the front page.)
I’d love to say that I never lose focus and that I have things together at all times, but that’s not the truth. Just ask D and Munchkin. Thankfully, the Lord has provided a wonderful treasure trove of things (and people) that can help me – guide me in this crazy journey called life.
I am reviewing Encouraging Moments as an official member of The Gabby Moms blogging program for Eternal Encouragement magazine. I did not receive compensation for this post and all opinions are solely my own.
Beautiful review! Loved your graphics and the entire theme of it.
Julieanne
http://www.JoyInOurJourney.com
Thank you!
You are always so creative with your posts! Love this one… you spoke to my heart!
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Thank you.
Thank you, Heather…I needed this!! I was feeling very overwhelmed yesterday…it seemed to be the central theme. And…so true…God is faithful!!! So thankful He helps me to refocus on the big picture when I was definitely zoomed in on the problems of the moment. You are a blessing!! Thank you! Blessings to you, D, & Munchkin. ♥
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Sometimes just knowing that others are going through the same thing helps. (((hugs)))
Great shots! Love the bible.
Thank you. 🙂
I hope you are having a better day. Prayer and turning to the Lord helps me when I am feeling down.
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Things are still rather crazy around here, but I’m not feeling down. It helps that my daughter is feeling better. 🙂
your first photo really concerned me
its so aweful to be so down
however praise the Lord
He indeed does help bring you up again
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Thankfully, the Lord is good and provides many ways for me not to feel down for very long. 🙂 I tend to be an upbeat, push through time of person, so if I can stay focused on the positive, I’m okay.
Heather, just like you said on another blog, I can’t believe how many of us had the same thread to our reviews–daily life! Your photography is beautiful. Thanks for sharing!
Jenny, a fellow GM
http://www.manyhatsmommy.blogspot.com
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Thank you, Jenny.
I, so, hear ya! When I start to focus on the temporal, life just spirals. Definitely have to keep my eyes fixed on things above.
Thanks for sharing your heart,
Jada another Gabby Mom.
The Lord has given us the means to succeed if we’ll only focus on Him. I often wonder why it’s so difficult for us to do something that seems so simple….
I needed this today – just to know that I’m not alone in feeling this way at times. Thanks for sharing!
We never want anyone to go through rough times, but it’s still a comfort to know that others have been there, done that.
Nice review 🙂
Carie (another Gabby Mom)
Thank you, Carie.
love the pics and the picture you paint with your words.
Great review
fellow Gabby Mom
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I appreciate the encouragement, Cindy.
The pictures were beautiful, but I hope that things get better for you! The Lord will always be there to listen & help to get you back on track…God Bless, I’ll be keeping you in my prayers 🙂
It’s just a rough patch, but we’re doing okay. The Lord NEVER gives us more than we can handle. You’re in my prayers as well as I know that you’re getting ready to go through some tough times. (((hugs)))
Hi,
Your post was real and honest. I love that. Thank you, Lord for using Encouraging Moments in an eternal way!
Love,
Lorrie
Thank you, Lorrie, for offering solid, Biblical advice to help women to become better wives, mothers, sisters, aunts, daughters…
I relate. I overdid it this week. I was tired to the point of tears. The answer is rest and rest is found in taking time to be still before God.
Beautiful pictures. Love your review
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Your post has a very peaceful feeling to it. Made me realize I need to spend some time alone with the Lord to help renew my strength. Thankyou for sharing.
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Wow- I TOTALLY feel where you are coming from! When I loose that focus, I’m nothing. Nice job on your review!
MacKenzie
Head Mama
Migraines are never fun, sorry 🙁 Yes, we need to keep our focus on the eternal. Everything else is secondary.
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