For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.~Jeremiah 29:11
Being a mom, I want the best for my children. I want them to know God personally and to succeed in life. When they were younger I could, as much as I was allowed, protect them. I could look ahead and point out dangers they could not yet see.
Now, they are older and having to be independent. They have to navigate the world. My youngest is just now beginning to embark on this journey and I get scared sometimes. He is on the Spectrum and struggles in some areas. When I start to panic and worry about all the unknowns, Jesus steps in. He provides me comfort and reminds me that His plans for my both of my sons is good. Just as He has a plan for my life, He has a plan for my son. He is not alone. I am not alone.
My “baby” boy is going to be okay. God is behind the scenes orchestrating everything(Romans 8:28). Just as God protects my eldest, He will protect my youngest. He will guide His steps and perfect that which concerns him(Psalm 138:8)I do not have to fret because God cares. He is Father, Savior and King.
Lord, thank You for being my comfort. Thank You for the love that you lavish on Your children. The enemy would have me spiral, but You Lord bring me peace. You give me wisdom and tell me what steps to take. You tell me when to back off and surrender control. You are God. You are merciful. You are good. My family is in good hands, we are in good hands. In Jesus name. Amen
Good morning beautiful lady 😗😗😗 WELL SAID...
ReplyDeleteIt was good to see your post this morning. Welcome back.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing. I have an adult daughter with autism and she is now going to college and living on campus. So scary for this mama. God is so good.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing. Encourages me to trust God even more.
DeleteWords I needed to hear this morning—as my mind is always ‘thinking and planning’ what to do. I am learning to stop and look to Jesus. He will direct me every step.
ReplyDeleteFor we walk by Faith, not by sight. 2 Corinthians 5:7
ReplyDeleteWonderful post , Jennifer! I saw you post on Christy's page, and it reminded me that I hadn't visited your blog in awhile. You always have inspirational words.
ReplyDeleteMy son is about to be 39 in a few months. I still remind God that His Word tells me to train up my son in the way he should go and when he is old, he won't depart from it. During those challenging years, I would ask God " How old is old?" God did you literally mean old?"
I am finally seeing some of the fruits of my labor. God is awesome
I meant "I saw "Your " post on Christy's page.
ReplyDeleteThank you for reminding Who in the Sovereign ruler of our world and all in the world. We depend on Him for every need and every comfort. I am thankful that God is faithful and True. 2 Tim. 2:13
ReplyDeleteThank you for your openess. A lot of Mothers and I'm sure Father's too worry about our children as they grow away form our watchful care. But I really felt peace reading your post. Mine are 35,35, 31, and 27. WOW!!
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