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The only way to know the Father May 10 "Righteous Father, though the world does not know you, I know you, and they know that you have sent me.I have made youknown to them, and will continue to make you known in order that the love you have for me may be in them and that I myself may be in them." – John 17:25-26 During the Thirty Years' War in Europe in the early 1600s, King Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden was slain in battle. The Swedes were thrown into mourning for their king as government officials met to determine how to move forward, as Adolphus had no children old enough to rule – only a six-year-old daughter by the name of Christina. Most of the people had never even seen the small girl. But the chancellor of Sweden brought her in and sat her on the throne. One of the officials moved in for a closer look. Then, turning to the assembly, he said, "Look at her nose, her eyes, her chin! I see in the countenance of this child the features of the great Gustavus. She is the child of our king!" From all quarters of the room rang the proclamation, "Christina, Queen of Sweden!" How do we know Jesus is the Son of God? It's because when we look at Him, we see in His countenance and demeanor the features of God Himself. In the way He loves others, we see the love of the eternal Father. In His miracles, we see God's eternal power. And in His sacrificial death on the cross, we see the justice and mercy of a holy Creator. The Son of God reveals the Father like no one else ever could. Give thanks for Jesus, who made it possible to know the Father by showing us His love, His power, and His justice and mercy. Prayer Challenge Thank God for sending to the world Jesus to reveal the Father and to make a way to know Him intimately. Questions for Thought When you think about what you know of Jesus, what's the most attractive thing to you about His character? What does it say about God that He would send Jesus so that you can fully know Him? Visit the Senior Living Ministries website The post The Only Way to Know the Father – Senior Living – May 10 appeared first on GodUpdates.

A Prayer to Encourage Disheartened MothersBy Lynette Kittle "As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem" – Isaiah 66:13 Like all moms, mine wasn't perfect, but she loved God, she loved me, and she did the best she could while working through her own upbringing, marriage, life challenges, and growing as a person herself. My heart is grateful for the wonderful qualities she modeled for me and forgiving of her weaknesses. The more God transforms my heart and mind, the more I appreciate her efforts on my behalf, especially seeing her live out her faith in Jesus throughout her life, and her generous outreach with the love of God, to those around her. Even as an adult, whenever I am ill, no other person's comfort comes close to the comfort my Mom gave me as a child. It seems God gives mothers a divine-like type of comfort that only they can offer their children. Over time, my love and compassion for my mom have only deepened. The Bumpy Road of MotherhoodStill, motherhood is an on-the-job training role, learning along the way how to mother as we grow ourselves as women. Growing up with a wonderful mother certainly helps a new mother have a positive role model, but it can still be a pretty bumpy road for many of us. It's often an ongoing trial-error experience. For those who didn't experience a loving mothering experience, it can be even more challenging, one of lacking basic motherly know-how along with the desire to do better with their own children. Motherhood's Refining ProcessEven in the best of circumstances, motherhood is not for the faint of heart. It's full of unknowns, dealing with children who have their own wills, challenges, and spiritual journeys to face. As well, we face some of our own hidden fears and insecurities, as mothering has a way of bringing out the best, and the worst, in us at times, causing us to often deal with hidden attitudes and hurts in our own hearts. Motherhood's Way of Disheartening UsFor many, motherhood can be very discouraging, involving being blamed for everything and thanked for nothing. It definitely calls for patience in the life of a mother, waiting and hoping children will grow in a way that causes them to look back and see the care their mothers gave them. Sadly, for some, it doesn't come in their lifetime. But even so, knowing they did what God requires-to love and teach their children about Him-there is satisfaction and peace. Although they may not see the result of their godly efforts on earth, God is at work through their efforts for the lives of their children.  Evangelist John Wesley wrote, "I learnt more about Christianity from my mother than from all the theologians in England." Proverbs 22:6 assures us that what we've invested for the Lord in the lives of our children stays with them for a lifetime. "Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it." So for moms with prodigals, trust that God is at work in their lives, even if you aren't seeing it. He is faithful to His word, and what we invest in the lives of our children, has a stick-to-itiveness to it.  Isaiah 55:11 assures us, "So is My word that goes out from My mouth: It will not return to Me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it." Let's pray:  Dear Father,My heart is grateful to You for the privilege of being a mother. Thank you for entrusting me to teach my children Your ways. Help me, Lord, to look to You for encouragement when mothering is hard and my heart is disheartened. Cause me to turn to You, Father, rather than the attitudes and escapes of the world. Forgive me for the ways I've failed You and my children at times. Strengthen me to live out my faith before them in a way that softens their hearts and draws them to You. Lead me in praying for my children and to trust You to work in their lives, even when they seem far away from You and me.In Jesus' name, Amen Photo credit: ©Getty Images/Drazen Zigic Lynette Kittle is married with four daughters. She enjoys writing about faith, marriage, parenting, relationships, and life. Her writing has been published by Focus on the Family, Decision, Today's Christian Woman, kirkcameron.com, Ungrind.org, StartMarriageRight.com, and more. She has a M.A. in Communication from Regent University and serves as associate producer for Soul Check TV. Teach Us to Pray is a FREE prayer podcast hosted by iBelieve writer Christina Patterson. Each week, she gives you practical, real-life tips on how to grow your faith and relationship with God through the power of prayer. To listen to her episode on What to Pray in the Morning for a Worry-Free Day, click below! Now that you’ve prayed, are you in need of someone to pray for YOU? Click the button below! Visit iBelieve.com for more inspiring prayer content. The post A Prayer to Encourage Disheartened Mothers – Your Daily Prayer – May 10 appeared first on GodUpdates.

A Prayer to Encourage Disheartened MothersBy Lynette Kittle "As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem" – Isaiah 66:13 Like all moms, mine wasn't perfect, but she loved God, she loved me, and she did the best she could while working through her own upbringing, marriage, life challenges, and growing as a person herself. My heart is grateful for the wonderful qualities she modeled for me and forgiving of her weaknesses. The more God transforms my heart and mind, the more I appreciate her efforts on my behalf, especially seeing her live out her faith in Jesus throughout her life, and her generous outreach with the love of God, to those around her. Even as an adult, whenever I am ill, no other person's comfort comes close to the comfort my Mom gave me as a child. It seems God gives mothers a divine-like type of comfort that only they can offer their children. Over time, my love and compassion for my mom have only deepened. The Bumpy Road of MotherhoodStill, motherhood is an on-the-job training role, learning along the way how to mother as we grow ourselves as women. Growing up with a wonderful mother certainly helps a new mother have a positive role model, but it can still be a pretty bumpy road for many of us. It's often an ongoing trial-error experience. For those who didn't experience a loving mothering experience, it can be even more challenging, one of lacking basic motherly know-how along with the desire to do better with their own children. Motherhood's Refining ProcessEven in the best of circumstances, motherhood is not for the faint of heart. It's full of unknowns, dealing with children who have their own wills, challenges, and spiritual journeys to face. As well, we face some of our own hidden fears and insecurities, as mothering has a way of bringing out the best, and the worst, in us at times, causing us to often deal with hidden attitudes and hurts in our own hearts. Motherhood's Way of Disheartening UsFor many, motherhood can be very discouraging, involving being blamed for everything and thanked for nothing. It definitely calls for patience in the life of a mother, waiting and hoping children will grow in a way that causes them to look back and see the care their mothers gave them. Sadly, for some, it doesn't come in their lifetime. But even so, knowing they did what God requires-to love and teach their children about Him-there is satisfaction and peace. Although they may not see the result of their godly efforts on earth, God is at work through their efforts for the lives of their children.  Evangelist John Wesley wrote, "I learnt more about Christianity from my mother than from all the theologians in England." Proverbs 22:6 assures us that what we've invested for the Lord in the lives of our children stays with them for a lifetime. "Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it." So for moms with prodigals, trust that God is at work in their lives, even if you aren't seeing it. He is faithful to His word, and what we invest in the lives of our children, has a stick-to-itiveness to it.  Isaiah 55:11 assures us, "So is My word that goes out from My mouth: It will not return to Me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it." Let's pray:  Dear Father,My heart is grateful to You for the privilege of being a mother. Thank you for entrusting me to teach my children Your ways. Help me, Lord, to look to You for encouragement when mothering is hard and my heart is disheartened. Cause me to turn to You, Father, rather than the attitudes and escapes of the world. Forgive me for the ways I've failed You and my children at times. Strengthen me to live out my faith before them in a way that softens their hearts and draws them to You. Lead me in praying for my children and to trust You to work in their lives, even when they seem far away from You and me.In Jesus' name, Amen Photo credit: ©Getty Images/Drazen Zigic Lynette Kittle is married with four daughters. She enjoys writing about faith, marriage, parenting, relationships, and life. Her writing has been published by Focus on the Family, Decision, Today's Christian Woman, kirkcameron.com, Ungrind.org, StartMarriageRight.com, and more. She has a M.A. in Communication from Regent University and serves as associate producer for Soul Check TV. Teach Us to Pray is a FREE prayer podcast hosted by iBelieve writer Christina Patterson. Each week, she gives you practical, real-life tips on how to grow your faith and relationship with God through the power of prayer. To listen to her episode on What to Pray in the Morning for a Worry-Free Day, click below! Now that you’ve prayed, are you in need of someone to pray for YOU? Click the button below! Visit iBelieve.com for more inspiring prayer content. The post A Prayer to Encourage Disheartened Mothers – Your Daily Prayer – May 10 appeared first on GodUpdates.