Happy Mother's Day From Public Advocate
Happy Mother's Day From Public Advocate President Eugene Delgaudio: God created man and woman to accept His wisdom and desire to have children. Mothers who follow God's wishes are Godly and will never be influenced by the Liberal media. Happy Mother's Day." says Delgaudio.
MESSAGE FROM FOCUS ON THE FAMILY:
THE LIBERAL MEDIA MYTH OF THE PERFECT MOTHER
Super mom, and all of her perfection is a complete myth. Being "good enough" in God's eyes is real.
In the landscape of parenting, the term 'perfect mother' is one that echoes often and loudly.
However, when subjected to closer examination, its meaning starts to blur. The ideal of the perfect mother is molded by a complex blend of individual experiences, cultural influences, and personal values. The notion of the perfect mother is laced with unrealistic expectations, setting a benchmark that is virtually unattainable.
God's Interpretation of a "Good Enough" Mother vs a Perfect Mother
Contrary to societal expectations, I believe God's definition of a 'good enough' mother hinges on two fundamental principles:
- Am I Seeking Wisdom: Proverbs 14:1 serves as a guiding principle: "The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down." My friend, without consistently asking the Lord for His wisdom, you and I will inadvertently tear down the very homes we are trying to build. His wisdom provides the insight, grace and tenacity to mother well.
- Am I loving My Kids: he Bible is a big book with many complicated instructions, but Jesus simplified it when He said that His entire Law could be boiled down to loving God and loving others (Matthew 22:36-40). His love expressed through me will cover many parenting mistakes.
The Perfect Mother: Embodying God's Wisdom and Love
Embodying God's wisdom begins with seeking it fervently and frequently. It means acknowledging our weaknesses, seeking His guidance in the face of uncertainty, and relying on His wisdom to make sound decisions that will nurture and guide our children.
It means trusting His wisdom over our own, trusting that His plans for our children are far better than anything we could conjure ourselves.
Showing God's love, on the other hand, entails embodying the characteristics of that love-patience, kindness, protection, trust, hope, perseverance (1 Corinthians 13:4-7). Our love for our children should be a reflection of His love for us-a love that is steadfast, unconditional, and forgiving. It's a love that rejoices in truth, bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, and endures all things.
Reevaluating Perfection in Motherhood
Striving to be a "good enough" mother should not be perceived as conceding to mediocrity. Instead, it is a humble recognition of our human limitations.
This redefined concept of perfection is not a reduction in standards but rather a shift in perspective. It's acknowledging that the 'perfect' mother is not one who never errs, but one who loves deeply, seeks wisdom consistently, and embraces her imperfections.
Striving to be a "good enough" mom isn't a cop-out.
Instead, it's an acknowledgement that I can't be God - all-sufficient, all-knowing and ever-present - to my children. In trying to be "supermom," I sometimes forget that the Lord has not called me to be perfect, but to faithfully walk in wisdom, love and humility.
And if what I do is good enough for Him, it's good enough for me.