The Main Things- Pastor Pep Talk (Cyrus)

Motherhood and wifehood pull us in many directions, so we have to ask ourselves, "What are the main things?"  We first have to remember that we can do nothing in our own strength, we need Jesus to be our fuel every morning, every moment!  Parenting, as well as every other relationship/role flows from our hearts.

Deuteronomy 4:9- "Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them fade from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to their children after them."

*At any moment, where's your heart and where's your mind?  Asking these questions gets you to the source of struggle or joy.

*Enjoy your kids, the tasks can wait, they are your eternal investment!

*What will your kids remember?  The perfectly clean house, or the time spent with them, enjoying them, investing in them, relating to them?

*Focus on your marriage.  When your husband gets home, love him, be interested in him and his day, his struggles, his heart.  Don't be self focused and barrage him.  (a loving, serving marriage is one of the best gifts you can give your children.)

*Find rest: emotional, spiritual rest.  Returning to Jesus at the end of your day helps you keep your focus and perspective right.  Sandwich your day with Jesus!

Psalm 21:5- "Through the victories you gave, his glory is great;  you have bestowed on him splendor and majesty." (The Lord is your shade, HE is in control, not you.)

James 4:8- "Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded." (Draw near to Him and He will draw near to you.)