This mothering thing is not for the slight of heart. It is a dig down deep, throw your hands to the heavens, begging for mercy kind of work that can’t be pushed aside. Most days I find myself completely obliterated of wisdom, strength and humor. I collapse in my bed wondering how in the world I am going to do it again, tomorrow.
It is a humbling work in my life. I am not so good at it. I stumble and fumble all day long with an audience of four watching. For the first time in my life, I am leaning 120% into the grace that God gives me every day. See, in every other occupation I have had, I was able to perform, prefect, and rise above any expectation applied to the position. This has not been the case, and I suspect never will be, in my mothering.
I suppose, too, no other occupation has meant as much to me as this one does. What is on the line is not a promotion or a slap on the back of praise. It is the very hearts of my kids. And it demands a pouring out and pressing on like I have never experienced before.
When I co-wrote Hope for the Weary Mom, I honestly had no idea how many other moms felt the same way. Every day I read comments and emails from from them and I wonder, why God has asked me be real and raw in front of them. For whatever reason, He is using this humbling in my life to point others to Hope.
My pastor told us, when you tell your story, your light shines for Jesus. There are days when I wish my story was a bit more glamorous than brokenness in the midst of dishes and laundry. But, here it is. And if Jesus can use it — I’m all His.
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“It is a dig down deep, throw your hands to the heavens, begging for mercy kind of work that can’t be pushed aside.” Love this Stacey. There are many times that I need to remember to throw my hands to the heavens and let Him help me.
Thanks Amy. I think I spend most of my day with my hands ‘up’.
I read your book and it helped me so much. This post is amazing!
Thank you Ashley!
Words of my own heart, Stacey. It is somehow comforting in knowing that other women, all over, feel this way. Hugs and prayers to you today, from one mom sharing her story for His glory to another.
What a blessing you are Sarah!
I love this post, Stacey. Thank you.