Today isn't such a great day to report, but I know through my faith in Jesus I will come out a stronger person.
Today my 13 year old daughter informed Ben and I that she did not want to travel with us to Virginia in May. This was a complete surprise, as we have been panning out carefully for her new high school and cheer team. She was so excited and this has totally taken us a few steps back. It was a tormenting moment for me, knowing my unsaved daughter could possibly live in a home where they don't worship the Lord.
When speaking to my daughter’s father, he criticized me for being "selfish" and educating myself. He said I robbed my children of giving them the opportunity to bond with them, instead I chose school and work. Somehow I feel at fault and guilty either way for wanting my children to have a good life and be a model for them. It is never easy being a single mom trying to provide.
Today I felt after a 2 hour conversation with my daughter's father that I became under fire and attack.
In reflection...
How often as Christians do we come under fire? Should we bear the brunt of the insults and smile or should we go cursing and hating the whole world? This is another test to pass in this Christian school we call our lives. We Christians are at times always trying to do something significant, trying to climb the social ladder. Such people do become vulnerable to criticism. So does that mean we just sit back in our chairs and do nothing? Our desire is to do the will of God, which includes being loving and respectful to all people. If we have done this, it can be enough. Criticism will not touch us. God will make sure that this criticism will be used for our ultimate good. Our character becomes particularly important if we decide to stick to the truth and come under fire. Let this not worry us. The Holy Spirit will show us the way out. All it requires is to be trustworthy and faithful.
The Lord is close to the broken hearted and and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18
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