Shelby is nine years old but is wise beyond her years. She ministered to me and blessed me today in a mighty way.
This afternoon she saw me with tears in my eyes and asked me what was wrong.
I said, "I'm ok, honey. I found out some things today about a few people who just don't like me. It's fine, though."
She looked me in the eyes and said, "Mommy, man looks at the outward appearance but God looks at the heart."
Thank you, God, for my girl. Thank you that she is learning your truths and can already apply them. Thank you that your Word sprang to her mind so quickly and easily. Thank you for letting me be her mommy and her student.
And thank you for seeing my heart.
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Are You Smarter Than A Third Grader?
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How sweet is that?! Thanks for sharing.
She's NINE?! wow.
Sorry you had such a hard day. People are fickle. Try hard not to let their opinions cripple you. Be who are you, to the fullest, despite the earthly applause you get. xox
God brings His Word to bear in our lives through those who know us and love us most. Shelby's given you a great gift.
Out of the mouth of our children are soaking up the Word- even when we feel like we mess up as parents sometimes. I am sorry you were having a rough time as well.
oh that breaks my heart. i have learned how hard it is to count the people who love you when there's just one who doesn't. that one will press on your heart harder than the 100 that do.
i hope your heart will be comforted.
I'm always blown away when God speaks to me through my kids. I shouldn't be though, should I? Awesome that your daughter has Godly wisdom at her young age!
Girl I feel your hurt.
It is rough when you are on the front line. Someone told me that if people could see my heart they would love me. But they don't and they blame their problems on me.
I remind myself that me walking through the pain may be what they need to learn that He loves them and so do I. Would I be willing to go through the pain so that someone could be free?
I am sorry your heart is hurting.
We are on a mission. Don't give up the prize is waiting for us just over the finish line.
There is purpose in the pain. Otherwise He would not allow it.
And it will sooooooo be worth it.
I think that is so neat...exactly what you said...that God brought His word to her mind so quickly and easily. What a blessing.
How could anyone not like you?! :)
I'm with the above commenter. How can anyone not like you?
and she's YOUR daughter. You did something amazingly right.
Well.
I, for one, like you very much.
(((HUGS!)))
~Stacy
God is so good. I'm so pleased that He was able to bless you through your daughter.
oh, cindy. i have been so encouraged by your example to me as an example of a godly woman who loves Jesus and her family. i am so sorry for your day. i am so glad your sweet girl was able to speak the truth to you.
love
jess
I don't really know you (only through your blog), but I like you!! Seriously. I think we would be friends in the real world!
I love it when kids have wise words. You obviously are a GREAT mom!!
That brought tears to my eyes. How precious that she can encourage you in such a way. I'm certain that you are raising up four Godly women who will continue to encourage you and others as they grow in the example you are providing them. You're a great mom and a great friend! I love you!
That's so sweet! It's great to see when the things that you teach a kid actually stick.
I understand your tears, there are people who don't like me too. Your daughter's words are so comforting; I've often thought that if people could see my heart, they would understand me better. It's such a comfort to know that God does see my heart, and created it, and loves me for who He made me to be. He's the only One who truly does understand!
It is a blessing that Shelby has learned these words and how to appropriately apply them, not only so that she can encourage her mommy, but that she will be comforted herself with God's Word: knowing the Truth and clinging to it on the days she comes face to face with people who don't share God's opinion of her. You have equiped her well!
Grace and Peace,
Angel
I am impressed that your little girl has such wisdom at such a young age! Kids can be cruel and there arent many who would think along those lines. You must be doing a great job with her.
And, you know, she is right. It doesnt matter what anyone says (even though words can hurt) - God is the One that matters.
I must repeat what the other commenters said... HOW could anyone NOT like you? Unless it's jealousy. I've always harbored a bit of resentment towards lovely red heads. As much as I'd love to die my hair, my olive skin tone just can't pull it off. But hey, I still love ya (it must be my great spiritual maturity).
I have a 9 year old who is wise beyond her years too! I've actually asked for her advice before, and took it! I love it that God cheers us on and lifts us up through our children.
Anyway, I like you A LOT! You are sweet, and funny, and real. If someone can't see that in you, that's their loss. ~Karlie
So sorry to hear you were having a rough time (though I realize it was not the point of the post) Your daughter is so wise. Isn't it amazing how they can let the truth of Gods word penetrate with such less resistance? I hope her words will penetrate your heart as well.
You are God's princess as Gigi would tell ya...even if you can't do ballet well...or whatever it is ;)
May I borrow your little encourager?! hee hee
What a lovely little girl you've got there--obviously you have been a wonderful teacher to her...
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