This is by far the biggest challenge I face each and every day. My roles include mommy, wife, language learner, m in an unreached village, and believer in the city. I feel like I can fulfill 2, maybe 3 of these tasks, but when I try to balance all of them together, I often end up feeling overwhelmed. If I focus my time on preparing Bible stories to teach and meeting with people in the village, I feel as though I'm neglecting my kids. If I spend a lot of time trying to be a good mommy, it sometimes makes me wonder why I'm in Brazil if I'm just focusing the majority of my attention at home. When I place the most importance on being a mom and doing ministry, then I feel I'm neglecting learning more about my neighbors and participating with other believers in the city. When I become more involved in social activities, it seems like I am slacking in my study of the language.
I think this will be a lifelong struggle, and some days are definitely better than others. But I'm doing my best to remain faithful to what the Lord has called me to and am grateful that we serve a patient God who understands our worldly limitations!
I think any mom can relate - no matter what their job is. I work full time and send my daughter to daycare. The teachers see her more than I do during the week. But it's part of life. Perhaps when your kids get older, they can work along with you, helping you knock out a few birds with one stone! (This is what I say to myself when I get Shelby to help my dust the house! haha!!)
ReplyDelete"Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is kept on thee." Put on God's armor daily sweetpea and the gentle spirit of one who seeks the things of Christ 1st... and you know - He will work all things together for good :) This world is tough but you and Nick are Holy Spirit strong!!! Remember, Jesus took time to get away, pray, spend time with His Father... We <3 you, Momma & Daddy
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