Our son or daughter may not come right out and say "Mom/Dad Please Lend Me Your Ear" but there are many times that is all they want.
In James 1:19 - My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone [parents included] should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry
When our teen comes to us as parents with their troubles that is usually a time when they need our patience, understanding and encouragement. Not advice, unless asked for.
It is good to remember that "listen" and "silent" are made of the exact same letters.
Friday, January 23, 2009
Friday, January 9, 2009
Relentless
RELENTLESS: (re·lent·less) Sounds like a strong word, doesn't it?
What's been on my mind is "relentless prayer". At first, it sounded pretty harsh. I had to ask myself, how does the word "relentless" go together with "prayer"?
Well, as the thought continued ... I understood that we are called to pray, remaining steady and persistent in our prayer, and never give up, as we pray for our teens and families. RELENTLESS PRAYER
For me, 2009 brings persistence, perseverance, and relentlessness as we reach out to support hurting teens and their families.
Please join me and House of Hope - Illinois in 2009 as we strive to help others.
Thank you.
What's been on my mind is "relentless prayer". At first, it sounded pretty harsh. I had to ask myself, how does the word "relentless" go together with "prayer"?
Well, as the thought continued ... I understood that we are called to pray, remaining steady and persistent in our prayer, and never give up, as we pray for our teens and families. RELENTLESS PRAYER
For me, 2009 brings persistence, perseverance, and relentlessness as we reach out to support hurting teens and their families.
Please join me and House of Hope - Illinois in 2009 as we strive to help others.
Thank you.
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