This Lent I encourage us to stop and evaluate how we treat children in our families. Are we gentle, kind, generous with our time? Are we slow to anger and forgiving in big and little things? Are we affectionate and encouraging? When was the last time we played dolls, ball or cars with them? Are we joyful in our relationship with them?
It would make a huge difference if, starting this Lent, we would begin the day talking to God before we talk to people. Sometimes it is easier to be patient with a stranger than your family member. But when the Lord is first in our day, He prepares our hearts, fills them with light, strengthens us, so we can be full of love and ready to be how He wants us to be: gentle, kind, loving, patient, and joyful.
Starting this Lent, let us talk to God before we talk to people.
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
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