I came back to this post today. Even though I first read it weeks ago. I thought of it because I am struggling with this very concept today. I’m so tired. And I’ve been wrestling with the Lord. But I know he is inviting me into his rest even while I continue to engage in service to my little one and my community and feel worn down and wanting a break and time alone - like truly alone like I used to get before becoming a mom, lol. I felt reminded today by the Lord that I have to find little moments to connect with him and let his words fill me, even while I’m caring for my very needy 1 year old at all hours of the day and night (lol). Motherhood has been such a denial of self. It is changing me. It’s hard. But I will continue to invite the Lord into it and let him shape me into even more of the person and servant he needs me to be not just for my family but for a world in need. Your words brought me to tears today. They made me feel seen and connected me more with the spirit of God. Thank you for this post. 💛
Thank you for coming back and reading it again, Amanda! I am so thankful that God was able to use these words in such a helpful way for you. I'm so sorry that you are feeling so tired and weary. Praying God meets you there today & that you are able to find the real, deep rest he offers. 💓
Mother of five here. It’s nice to have these reminders from a mom of one because some of us have been doing the work for so long that we forget the beauty of what we do, and Christ does for us, on a daily basis. Thanks!
I needed to hear this. Thank you so much for sharing. ❤️ It reminded me of something I learned from personal study of the sabbath, which is the reason God originally stated as being why He instituted the sabbath…so we would remember that it is the Lord who sanctifies us (Exodus 31:13). Not our work, not our striving, not our accomplishment, or even our love or dedication. Only the Lord.
This is soooo good! Lately when I get frustrated because I can't have my quiet time the way I used to since becoming a mom, God gently reminds me to bring my son with me to His presence. It's different, but I am adjusting.
Oh my goodness I didn’t even think to speak specifically to that adjustment. That’s a whole other article! It’s a big adjustment to go from getting those quiet, still, uninterrupted mornings to being needed almost all the time.
I came back to this post today. Even though I first read it weeks ago. I thought of it because I am struggling with this very concept today. I’m so tired. And I’ve been wrestling with the Lord. But I know he is inviting me into his rest even while I continue to engage in service to my little one and my community and feel worn down and wanting a break and time alone - like truly alone like I used to get before becoming a mom, lol. I felt reminded today by the Lord that I have to find little moments to connect with him and let his words fill me, even while I’m caring for my very needy 1 year old at all hours of the day and night (lol). Motherhood has been such a denial of self. It is changing me. It’s hard. But I will continue to invite the Lord into it and let him shape me into even more of the person and servant he needs me to be not just for my family but for a world in need. Your words brought me to tears today. They made me feel seen and connected me more with the spirit of God. Thank you for this post. 💛
Thank you for coming back and reading it again, Amanda! I am so thankful that God was able to use these words in such a helpful way for you. I'm so sorry that you are feeling so tired and weary. Praying God meets you there today & that you are able to find the real, deep rest he offers. 💓
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This is so beautiful ♥️
This was beautiful and I sent it to my daughter who has a 5 month old son and can totally relate. May you find those little moments today.
Thank you so much! 🤍 and thank you for sharing it!
Mother of five here. It’s nice to have these reminders from a mom of one because some of us have been doing the work for so long that we forget the beauty of what we do, and Christ does for us, on a daily basis. Thanks!
Thank you Leah! There is so much we can learn from each other. Such a gift. 💛
Love this 💛
Thank you!!
I needed to hear this. Thank you so much for sharing. ❤️ It reminded me of something I learned from personal study of the sabbath, which is the reason God originally stated as being why He instituted the sabbath…so we would remember that it is the Lord who sanctifies us (Exodus 31:13). Not our work, not our striving, not our accomplishment, or even our love or dedication. Only the Lord.
This is soooo good! Lately when I get frustrated because I can't have my quiet time the way I used to since becoming a mom, God gently reminds me to bring my son with me to His presence. It's different, but I am adjusting.
Thanks for sharing 💙
Oh my goodness I didn’t even think to speak specifically to that adjustment. That’s a whole other article! It’s a big adjustment to go from getting those quiet, still, uninterrupted mornings to being needed almost all the time.
Very relatable! Thank you 🙏
Thanks for reading!
I loved this! As a mom, my sabbaths look different too.
It rattled me in the beginning! But now I am thankful for the shake up! I needed it 🤍