Discouraging Thought: I have been too short and harsh with my children today.
Encouraging Truth: "For you, O Lord, are good and forgiving, abounding in steadfast love to all who call upon you." - Psalm 86:5
Loving Instruction: "A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." - Proverbs 15:1
"I choose gentleness . . . Nothing is won by force. I choose to be gentle. If I raise my voice may it be only in praise. If I clench my fist may it be only in prayer. If I make a demand may it be only of myself." - Max Lucado
I'm guessing I'm not the only one who gets frustrated with their tiny people. But I have to remember - they're just kids. So when Megan is yelling the same word for the hundredth time even though I still can't figure out what she's saying, Lauren is kicking the chair just because it sounds funny, and Michael is crying because he's congested and can't sleep, I can be gentle. I will treasure these chaotic times because I will miss them when they're gone.
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