Joy of the Lord

Holy Father,
In a world full of earthly pleasure and negative influences I pray that our childeren will find their true since of joy in you alone. I pray that they will be overcome with joy because of your unfailing love, for your know there troubles and care about their souls. (Psalm 31:5) As they grow, I pray that they will search for you so that they will be filled with joy and gladness. (Psalm 40:11) Lord, I pray that you grant our family the joy of your presence each and every day. (Psalm 16:11)
In Jesus Name,
Amen

Praise in Advance

Dear Lord,
I praise you in advance for the time our family will share this summer. May your presence surround our home and fill us with the joy that only comes from you. I pray that our family will grow in humility and gentleness as we bear with one another in love.(1 Peter3:15) Show us each day how to honor one another above ourselves.(Romans 12:10)
In Jesus Holy Name,
Amen

I Believe

I Believe that there is no such thing as a perfect parent
I Believe that our children will stretch us and challenge us
I Believe that we will get tired , worn out and frustrated
I Believe in undconditional love and inexpressable joy
I Believe that our children are God's greatest gift
I Believe they are our responsibility
I Believe in Grace and mercy
I Believe in structure and discipline
I Believe I can not do it on my own
I Believe God's word is living and active
I Believe in the POWER of Prayer

for these reasons and so many more . . . I choose to "Stand in the Gap" for those the Father has intrusted to me!