Jul 09 2009
Parenting 101
Being a parent is not easy for me. I constantly have to keep up with my daughter in physical, mind, and spiritual development. The physical part is easy, as I love to run around, dance, and give her hugs and kisses. She’s now approaching kindergarten so I have to prepare for my mind to teach her the “intellectual” requirements to cope in this world.
Then I have to be her spiritual guidance. And this is important, as it’s also to help me grow in the Lord.
For a long time, I’ve been spiritually young. I always wanted to go beyond where I’m at right now. I want to be close to God. I want to know what he has to say to me.
This is where I draw my connection. I want my Father in heaven to guide me, just as I’m guiding my child.
My expectations now are simple: What God expects from me is almost exactly what I expect from my child.
God gave an example of love and sacrifice in Jesus Christ. I have to do the same.
God gave me a purpose in life to promote reconciliation, disciple others, lead others to Him, and help others. I have to do the same.
God loves me and gives me hope. I have to do the same.
As I see my daughter constantly look up to me for guidance. All I have to do is look up to God. It’s the basic thing to do, as a parent.
