Embracing God's Ever-Present Love in Your Parenting Journey | Psalm 23:6

Psalm 23:6 says, "Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever."

What a beautiful image this verse paints — to be followed by the goodness and love of the Lord everywhere you go. To dwell in the house of the Lord, to be in His presence, forever. As parents, it's easy to become consumed with the daily tasks and responsibilities that come with raising children. We often find ourselves running from one activity to the next, our minds preoccupied with what needs to be done. In the midst of this busyness, we can sometimes lose sight of the bigger picture — the constant presence of God's goodness and love in our lives.

Psalm 23:6 is a beautiful reminder that God's goodness and love are not fleeting; they follow you every single day of your life. This means that no matter what challenges you face or how tired you might feel, you are always enveloped by God's unwavering love and care. No matter what circumstances you are facing, what season of parenting you are in, if you are in the trenches of sickness, sleep deprivation, financial concerns, anxiety, or worrying about your children's well-being. Whatever mountain it is that you are facing, the goodness and love of God is right there in it with you. As a parent, this assurance can bring you immense comfort and peace.

Wouldn't it also be wonderful if His love and goodness were a lasting impact left behind you? If everywhere you went and every interaction you had with your children, they could see the love and goodness of God? When you make spending time with God a priority, when you spend time dwelling in His presence, He will fill you with His love and goodness, He will make you more like Him. Make time to do this each day so that your children would see God's love and goodness in all that you do.

Reflecting on Psalm 23:6, we can find solace and strength, knowing that God's love and goodness are with us through every season of parenting. Take a moment each day to meditate on this promise, and let it transform your perspective and actions.

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