He convinces us that Psalm 127:3-5, which says children are a blessing and gift, is an outdated verse from a more primitive time.
Because He knows that, if we’ve raised them biblically, they will be launched from our home as arrows aimed directly at the kingdom of darkness. He knows you play the most important role of anyone.
The truth is that mothering is Kingdom work, and essential to the Great Commission. This is why it is so viciously attacked.
When we understand this, then the daily drudgery of cleaning up messes, changing diapers, and breaking up fights turns into our worship. Instead of enduring and complaining about the children we’ve been entrusted to raise, we consider them a ministry opportunity.
Because it is our calling to gently lead our children’s hearts toward Jesus in all of the seemingly monotonous, irritating “distractions” throughout the day. And it has very little to do with convenience, and everything to do with sacrifice.
