The Final Day

Today is the final day of this 'series.' I can see some of you right now going, 'Yes!' ;) Hopefully it has been helpful. And .. it has taken me yesterday and today to put my thoughts together.

The thought that I want to leave you with is this: 'motherhood is a hallowed place because children aren't commonplace. Co-labouring together over the sculpting of souls is a sacred vocation, a humbling privilege. Never forget!' (Ann Voskamp)

This is a daunting thought. We are sculpting little souls! It is one of the most challenging and rewarding jobs in the world. However, it also brings with it moments of wondering if we are doing the right thing, and what we can do to ensure our children are protected and guided. This cannot be done without prayer! Who better to talk to then the One that formed them and created them? He knows these little ones better than we do (I know, hard to believe) and He wants the best for them as well. So let's daily pour our hearts out to Him and ask for His wisdom and guidance as we seek to train up these little ones for Him.

As the potter works with the materials, there is a vision of what he/she wants to create. Perhaps it's a vase, an ornament or a bowl. Whatever it is, there is a vision. Remember the verse 'where there is no vision, the people perish?' We are like that artist/potter with our little ones. We have a vision of what we would love them to do and how they will be.

Now, who helps us to sculpt this soul? Of course, the Master Creator & Sculptor. He sees a vision for them too ... but He sees the WHOLE picture. He already knows what our children will do and what they will become. So, again, who better to cry out to that that One? He will help us to train up these precious souls so that they may be used to bring honour and glory to Him.

What is your vision for your children and your family today? It will take work, and lots of prayer, but with the Lord's great help, we can see these little souls sculpted for Him!