http://www.as4me.net/2007/07/30/a-new-start/ Thinking through the process of finding wisdom. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:15:14 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://www.as4me.net/2007/07/30/a-new-start/comment-page-1/#comment-543 Michelle Tue, 31 Jul 2007 12:45:53 +0000 http://www.as4me.net/2007/07/30/a-new-start/#comment-543 Great thoughts. They were an encouragement to me, thanks. Great thoughts. They were an encouragement to me, thanks.

]]> http://www.as4me.net/2007/07/30/a-new-start/comment-page-1/#comment-538 kelly Mon, 30 Jul 2007 18:28:37 +0000 http://www.as4me.net/2007/07/30/a-new-start/#comment-538 Hi Michelle- You are not the only one! I've actually been thinking alot about this. It's easy to meet my needs before my kids and I have been greatly convicted. For one, I have been spending more time playing with them rather than getting things done around the house or for my own enjoyment. ( Playing dollies, puzzles, dress up, store :) ) I've been trying to plan better meals rather than the easy way out. ( not just the same ole-- hot dog, lima beans and a cheese stick:) When I make conscious efforts to show them more love, I really don't desire "my things" as much... the computer, a nap, laundry. Yes, these things are important, but I am finding that spending more time WITH them allows me to stay on top of the important things, but most importantly, keeping a continuous dialogue about God. Its much easier when I am not focusing on me. I have a long way to go, but God has been gracious to show me how to deny myself more and more. To Him be the glory! Hi Michelle- You are not the only one! I’ve actually been thinking alot about this. It’s easy to meet my needs before my kids and I have been greatly convicted. For one, I have been spending more time playing with them rather than getting things done around the house or for my own enjoyment. ( Playing dollies, puzzles, dress up, store ) I’ve been trying to plan better meals rather than the easy way out. ( not just the same ole– hot dog, lima beans and a cheese stick:) When I make conscious efforts to show them more love, I really don’t desire “my things” as much… the computer, a nap, laundry. Yes, these things are important, but I am finding that spending more time WITH them allows me to stay on top of the important things, but most importantly, keeping a continuous dialogue about God. Its much easier when I am not focusing on me. I have a long way to go, but God has been gracious to show me how to deny myself more and more. To Him be the glory!

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