Today I thought I'd share a prayer that I stumbled upon last November. I believe it comes from the Strong Willed Child book by Dr. Dobson. That being said I've only ever seen it online. The words are a great reminder, especially as we all head into summer and more time with our kids!
"Lord, You know my inadequacies. You know my weaknesses, not only in parenting, but in every area of my life. I'm doing the best I can to raise my kids properly, but it may not be good enough. As You provided the fish and the loaves to feed the five thousand hungry people, now take my meager effort and use it to bless my family. Make up for the things I do wrong. Satisfy the needs that I have not met. Compensate for my blunders and mistakes. Wrap Your great arms around my children, and draw them close to You. And be there when they stand at the great crossroads between right and wrong. All I can give them is my best, and I will continue to do that. I submit them to You now and rededicate myself to the task You have placed before me. The outcome rests securely in Your hands
Thank you. This is awesome and I was just thinking about the challenges this summer might hold!
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