I am currently reading the book, All The Places To Go….How Will You Know? by John Ortberg. He mentioned asking yourself the question, “What is breaking your heart?”
What makes you want to forget yourself in order to create something or help someone? What moves you?
Each of us has a soft spot for something. We have people or causes we want to save and protect. There are things in life that makes our hearts burn with righteous anger because of it.
Often by realizing this we find our calling.
Since I was a little girl, I enjoyed reading parenting books. At a young age I wanted to learn how to take care of another human being. As I grew older, it became a strong passion for me that each child is heard, loved and cared for.
I have spent time in homes where the children are not spoken with words of love, rather they become their parents’ emotional punching bag.
They hear strings of words filled with rage, insults, and disappointments. My heart breaks for this as I realize Jesus would never say those words to a child.
I’d want to scoop them in my arms and tell them that they are so loved by the God who created the universe. I’d listen to their endless stories. I’d give them the love and compassion they deserve.
I want to tell parents that they don’t “own” their children. God does. He gave you a priceless gift to take care of, for His glory.
Sadness floods through me when I realize some children do not know Jesus and the Bible. It pains me that they may not even be praying to God. Why are parents not invested in their child’s spiritual growth?
I often try my best to be kind to children but Lord knows I am not perfect. If God is willing, maybe He will give me the blessing of children someday. I really pray I can be a loving parent.
I want to love them in the right way. I want to listen to them. I want to tell them about Jesus. I want to be someone they can turn to.
I want them to live abundant lives.
I never expected this post to turn out this way but it sure took a heavy turn. I am now sharing my heart out with you.
Now it’s your turn. Do you share the same passion? What moves your heart? Share it with me in the comments below.
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