Preaching to myself

Our pastor mentioned something about ‘preaching to ourselves’ in a sermon recently… Here’s my attempt. I actually found this really fun, and reading back on it makes me laugh!

You are not unshakable

But God is

When you are shaken, take refuge in Him

Pray for what you long for, and trust God to provide what you need

You cannot be a perfect Mum

You cannot give them everything they need

Allow others to speak into their lives, to teach them

Stop comparing yourself to others

Stop comparing- your children, choices, capacity, marriage, gifts-

Accept what you’ve got and deal with it

Be thankful for what you have

You cannot be the perfect wife

Or have the perfect marriage

Settle for good enough

Listen to your husband

He might be insensitive but he’s not stupid

Don’t yell at your husband- explain your feelings to him

Don’t wait for him to offer to help- tell him what he can do

Sing everyday- just do it

Never stop worshipping in your heart

Don’t bottle up disappointments and hurts-

Bring it to God as soon as possible-

Deal with it- don’t let it fester

Your feelings are valid

Don’t wait for someone else to validate your feelings

Don’t expect anyone to solve all your problems

No one can know you fully except God himself

No one can save you except Jesus- and he already has

There will be days where it all seems too hard

Do not be surprised at this

Do not loose heart

It does not mean that you have failed

Hold your ground

And rest in the One who holds it all in His hands