January 22, 2007
an·gel·ic [an-jel-ik] : like or befitting an angel, esp. in virtue, beauty, etc.: angelic sweetness.
Only a mother can see through the earthly trappings of the physical and gaze in wonder at the transforming work that is being wrought in her children. Most days pass in unglorified monotony and yet each evening the goodnight kiss brings a moment of reflection at the day that has been accomplished and the growth that has been gotten in these young lives. Sometimes it is so simple as learning to spell her name, sometimes as precious as seeing him memorize his first Bible verse. Somedays it seems all that is accomplished is a small change in attitude, teaching a young girl to be content in all things, to have joy no matter her circumstance. Yet each day holds within itself so much opportunity for change and growth, far too many to overlook or make little of. For a life is measured by days and it is for those days that I live...one day at a time to influence and shape a child's life, ever mindful of the Potter who is yet at work molding and shaping my own. As a mother, I would desire no greater calling - to be a part of fashioning my dear children into angelic beings, or greater yet...into the image of God Himself!
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