My goal should never be to raise kids that make me look good. (Oh but how my flesh craves this!) My goal should be to raise kids who love God and spend their lives making His goodness known in their corner of the world.
LYSA TERKEURSTYou have the exact qualities God knew your kids would need in a mother. Each day, hold up your willingness and ask God to make you the best version of you that you can possibly be.
More Lysa TerKeurst Quotes
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Scars are beautiful when we see them as glorious reminders that we courageously survived.
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God never intended for us to rely on others for our sense of well being. Only He is equipped to provide that.
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If I really want an unrushed life, I must underwhelm my schedule so God has room to overwhelm my soul.
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No matter your age, stage of life, or circumstances, don’t forget to dare to dream with God. You don’t have to figure anything out. Just keep saying yes to Him, in big ways and small, and watch what He does.
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I want to learn how to be more thankful for what I am, than guilty for what I’m not.
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God is using all of your experiences, both good and bad, to develop your character to match your calling.
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Outside our comfort zone, though, is where we experience the true awesomeness of God.
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Having faith doesn’t mean I have all the answers. It means trusting God especially in the midst of uncertainty.
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The decisions we make dictate the schedules we keep. The schedules we keep determine the lives we live. The lives we live determine how we spend our souls. So, this isn’t just about finding time. This is about honoring God with the time we have.
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Sometimes we need the salt of tears to remind us how to savor the sweetness of life.
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It’s not my perfect performance that captures God’s attention. It’s my complete dependence on Him that He notices.
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We want big directional signs from God. God just wants us to pay attention.
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The only way our faith can strengthen is if we use it.
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Instead of wishing things would change, I’m asking God for His strength to make a change.
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A woman who is careful with her words is a gift to all who know her.
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