I love staying home. I love being able to get things done. I love being able to have my errands ran and a clean home and a nap if I need it. I love being able to greet my husband at the door when he arrives home and not have to walk in an hour after he has already showered. I love feeling the sense of accomplishment I get when I can get up at 6am and actually have time for my devotions, or listen to a sermon to start my day off right, and then be ready to tackle the day.
Truly, God gives us His strength if we ask. If we just only ask and make the effort to receive it, we can accomplish anything. I find on the days i have to work outside the home, nothing gets done, not even my devotions. I might find some time to sneak in a quick prayer, but hardly much else. But the days when I have all day to tend to my home and my finances and my own well being...those days are the ones I truly cherish because I can feel the Lord working through my hands. I know that He is there answering my call for help in even the tough little itty bitty situations. And then I dont feel as if I have failed if I dont accomplish everything on my to-do list. I dont feel like my kitchen is scolding me for not stepping foot in there, because I had the strength to tackle the mess. I dont dread my husband coming home to see just how much I havent done, because I have had the strength to do it. And best of all... I can wake up at 5:45, get hub off to work and I have the strength and energy to go all day long and not be rushed.
I am so thankful the Lord is in my life and for the strength and clarity He gives me when I am willing to receive it. May we all be strengthened in the wisdom of the Lord. Amen.
Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me
