Gratitude

I am grateful for God's presence in our lives. This awareness helps me face any challenge I have with my child. I face all dysregulation with strength, confidence, and faith.


Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teach and admonish one another in all wisdom; and with gratitude in your heart sing psalms, hyms, and spiritual songs to God. ~Collosians 3:16

Trust

Trusting in the Lord releases any fear that has a hold on me. Freedom from fear allows me to be a secure attachment figure for my child. We trust in the Lord together.

Trust in the Lord forever. ~ Isaiah 26:4

New Creation

I close the door on my past by believing in Christ. My negative fear based attitudes are released and don't contaminate my relationship with my child. We are strengthened by our faith and have a joyful spirit.


So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away; see, everything has become new! ~ 2 Corinthians 5:17

Love

God's love is the power that connects me to others and attracts others to me. I overflow with that which has been poured into me. This abundance of love radiates through my relationship with my child.

God's love has been poured into our hearts and the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. ~ Romans 5:5

Christ's Light

It is my responsibility to be the light in the darkness for my child. I rely on Christ to keep my heart clean and pure. I leave the fears of the past where they belong - in the past and my light shines.



For it is God who said, "Let light shine out of darkness," who has shown in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. ~2 Corinthians 4:6

Welcome

I purpose to provide a safe environment for my child. One in which he always feels welcome. We rest assured that we are welcomed by the Father.



“Whoever welcomes one of these little children in my name welcomes me; and whoever welcomes me does not welcome me but the one who sent me.” ~Mark 9:37

Blessings

I am thankful for the opportunities to connect in love with my child. These opportunities feed and nourish our relationship. God provides more than enough bread of life.


Taking the five loaves and the two fish, he looked up to the heaven, and blessed and broke the loaves, and gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the crowds. ~Matthew 14:19

Good News

I teach my child to reach out to others through words of support and good deeds. Together we express God’s love to others. Our relationship is strengthened by his joy.



They went out and proclaimed the good news everywhere, while the Lord worked with them and confirmed the message by the signs that accompanied it. ~Mark 16:20

Strength

When my journey with my child becomes tiresome I turn to God. I know I can rely on God for sport and guidance. He supplies all we need.


Be strong and courageous . . . for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9

Our Father

I no longer feel like I am parenting my child alone. I am strengthened by my spiritual connection through others in Christ. I draw my child into the family of God.

One God and father of all, who is above all and through all and in all. ~Ephesians 4:6

Our Father

I no longer feel like I am parenting my child alone. I am strengthened by my spiritual connection through others in Christ. I draw my child into the family of God.

One God and father of all, who is above all and through all and in all. ~Ephesians 4:6

Harmony

When fear and dysregulation disrupts with order and harmony, I affirm all is well. I clear my mind of all concerns. I remain steadfast, knowing that God is in control.

My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast. ~ Psalm 108:1

Joy

My joy is brief without the Lord. Only He can supply the joy that keeps my relationship with my child alive. Joy helps us overcome the fear in the world.

That the mirth of the wicked is brief, the joy of the godless last a moment. ~ Job 20:5

Edification

I choose to use words that edify and encourage my child. Compassion is an essential ingredient in providing a secure base for my child.

Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, as indeed you are. ~ Thessalonians 5:11

Example

By staying centered in God, I become an expression of him. I am a Godly example to my child through wise choices. I seek to live with integrity and authenticity.

because I live, you will also live......I am in the Father, and you in me, and I in you. ~John 14:10,20

Fear

I no longer allow fear to be my master. I affirm God's goodness and release any hold it has on me. I clearly see God being active in myself and my child.

No one can serve two masters. ~ Matthew 6:24

Born Again

I don not allow sin and negativity to weigh me down. I am able to walk in freedom with my child. Christ restored us, and we walk in His life.

"I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live." ~John 11:25

Forgiveness

No matter how great I believe my mistakes to be, they are forgiven. My mistakes become my strengths. I am empowered to parent with greater wisdom.

For the sake of your name, O Lord, forgive my iniquity, though it is great. ~Psalm 25:11

Faith

I realize that my faith is not dependent on my circumstances. I embrace God's peace and loving presence. My child and I move through our challenges with grace and ease.

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. ~2 Timothy 4:7

Fruit

I choose kindness, acceptance, and compassion. As I do these simple acts I am an example of love in action for my child. No matter how small the act, it ultimately makes a difference.

The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. ~Galatians 5:22-23

Courage

Today I choose courage. I refuse to let fear interfere in my love relationship with my child. I focus on the spirit of God in my life and trust God in all circumstances.

I have said this to you, so that in media you may have peace. In the world you face persecutions. But, take courage; I have conquered the world! ~John 16:33

Forgiveness

My past no longer plagues me. I am free to connect in love with my child. I am forgiven.

Now forgive my sin once more and pray to the Lord your God to take his deadly plague away from me. ~Exodus 10:17

Protection

Distractions of the world can move me from a state of love to a state of fear. I claim God's protection, support, and His promises. I bring this in to my relationship with my child.

He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. ~Psalm 31: 11

Trust

I let go of all the things that keep me stuck in the past - my negative expectations and doubts. They only lead to fear which takes me out of relationship with my child. I trust God to guide me forward and I expect only the best.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight. ~Proverbs 3:5

Harmony

I choose to be regulated in order to be in a state of love. I connect to God and I'm in harmony with the good of all His creation. I can then bring joy, love, and peace into my relationship with my children.

Agree with God and be at peace; in this way good will come to you. ~ Job 22:21

God's Goodness

I sow seeds of love and positive reformation into my child at every opportunity. I fully expect the seeds to grow into positive, good outcomes for my child. We are blessed by God's abundance of good.

Other seed fell in to good soil and brought forth grain, growing up in increasing and yielding thirty and sixty and hundred fold. ~Mark 4:8

Prayer

In the midst of a challenge I may not see an immediate solution. I rest patiently in prayer, knowing that keeps me and my child in God's process. Prayer is our lifelong to God's limitless blessings.

Pray for us, so that the word of the Lord may spread rapidly and be glorified everywhere, just as it is among you.
~2 Thessalonians 3:1

Safety

My child and I walk through our day knowing we are protected and safe. We are shielded from all stress and fear. We place our confidence in God.

Our soul waits for God, he is our help and shield. ~Psalm 33:20

Fear

Just like lighting one small candle causes the darkness to go away, the light of God releases my fear. I take my child with me in prayer to connect with God's light. Our fears are released, we are comforted and strengthened.

The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear? ~ Psalm 27:1

Calm

I am regulated by the Holy Spirit. I become a positive and calming influence to my child. My calm presence drives out any negativity in our relationship.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me in all the days of my life. ~ Psalm 23:6

Harmony

God's spirit of love enables us to work together in harmony. My child and I take time to appreciate the little things God places in our lives. We are grateful for God's beauty in the nature around us.

May the Goddess debt fast as an encouragement, grant you to live in harmony with one another. ~ Romans 15:5

Peace

By breathing and regulating peace enters in to my relationship with my child. We experience the healing power of God. God restores us - mind, body, and spirit.

Peace, peace, to the far and near, said the Lord; and I will heal them. ~ Isaiah 57:19

Forgiveness

Lack of forgiveness blocks everything that I do. I need to begin with myself and let go of the past. God's presence enables me to move forward in relationship with my child with understanding and love.

How often should I forgive? As many as seven times? Jesus said to him, "Not seven times, but, I tell you, seventy seven times." Matthew 18:21-22

Harmony

I look to God when I encounter diversity in my life. His love and understanding enhances our differences. His divine plan orchestrates the differences in to harmony in our lives.

May the God of steadfastness and encouragement grant you to live in harmony with one another, in accordance with Jesus Christ. ~ Romans 15:5

Grace

I focus on the presence of Christ in my child to guide him through challenges. I let go of unrealistic expectations. God's grace covers all shortcomings.

Each of us were given grace according to the measure of Christ's gift. ~Ephesians 4:7

Hope

As I focus on God's presence I become renewed. Each time I am renewed I am given new life. I bring this hope into my relationship with my child.

That your steadfast love, O Lord, be upon us, even as we hope in you. ~Psalm 33:22

Zeal

I teach my child to serve the Lord by my example. Service breaks the bondage of my past mistakes. It allows me to move forward with enthusiasm and zeal.

Do not lag and feel, the ardent in spirit, serve the Lord. ~ Romans 12:11

Love

I choose to view the world through the lens of God's love. I give of myself to support and uplift those around me. I am fully aware of the blessings around me, specially the blessing of my child.

May the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all, just as we abound in love for you. ~1 Thessalonians 3:12

Stand Strong

My child and I stand firm on the journey God has for us. We rely on God's guidance and promises as we pursue our goals. Our relationship demonstrates God's love.

Brother and sisters, be all the more eager to confirm your call and election, when you do this, you will never stumble. 2 Peter 1:10

Joy

Joy confirms my connection to God in love. Worldly cares and concerns fall away. I am fully attuned to my child and we experience joy in our relationship.

You show me the path of life. In your presence there is the fullness of joy. ~ Psalm 16:11

Faith

By walking in faith with my child, our daily challenges become small. We refuse to let circumstances create fear and worry. Chaos dissolves in to a new order for our lives.

We walk by faith, not by sight. ~ 2 Corinthians 5:7

Abundant Love

God's love is unconditional and endless. I rely on my source to provide all that I need for my child. God's abundant love flows through us and touches all area of our lives.

Let anyone who is thirsty come to me, and let the one who believes in me drink. As the scripture he said, "Out of the believer's heart shall flow rivers of living water." ~John 7:37-38

Recovery

I refuse to let the pain and fear from my past interfere in connecting with my child. By moving on, I step forward with my child in to God's blessings. We are healed through Christ.

I am going to bring recovery and healing; I will heal them and reveal to them abundance of prosperity and security. ~ Jeremiah 33:6

Devoted

I know now that I am complete and whole in God. This gives me confidence to connect with my child. Together we are connected and devoted to the word of God.

While we, for our part, will devote ourselves to prayer and serving the word. ~ Acts 6:4

Mercy

I respond to my child out of love and mercy when he reacts out of fear. I am empowered to do this by God who does not withhold his love and mercy from me. Praise His name.

Do not hold against us the sins of our fathers; may your mercy come quickly to meet us, for we are in desperate need. ~ Psalm 79:8

Healing

I take responsibility for my own healing, acknowledging that God is my source. During my quiet time my body, mind, spirit are renewed. As I breathe and relax my spiritual connection becomes stronger.

In all your ways acknowledge him.....it will be healing for your flesh and a refreshment for your body. Proverbs 3:6, 8

Peace

By putting love into action, peace follows. I may not see immediate results, but I trust in God for the outcome. God knows what is best for me and my child.

In a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace for those who make peace. ~ James 3:18

Grace

I do not allow uncertainty to install fear in my relationship with my child. I place my trust in God when there is uncertainty in our circumstances. I move forward with my child in confidence knowing that God has a plan.

I give thanks to my God always for you because of the grace of God that has been given to you in Christ Jesus. ~ 1 Corinthians 1:4

Forgiveness

Forgiveness is God's free gift to me because I believe in Him. I freely forgive my child as I have been forgiven. Forgiveness frees us to be connected spiritually in our journey.

All the profits testify about Him that everyone who believes in Him receives forgiveness of sins through His name. ~ Acts 10:43

Joy

I am filled with joy when I focus on God's goodness and blessing. I express my inner joy through my attitude and actions with my child. Together we experience the fullness of life that God intended.

I have said these things to you so that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete. ~ John 15:11

Strength

When my journey with my child becomes tiresome I turn to God. I know I can rely on God for support and guidance. He supplies all we need.

Be strong and courageous....for the Lord your God is with you where ever you go. ~ Joshua 1:9

New Ways

When I am challenged by a new situation with my child I risk to try something new. I see this as an opportunity to move beyond old ways of thinking. I am prepared through prayer.

See, the former things have come to pass, and new things I now declare. ~ Isaiah 42:9

Forgiveness

I embrace opportunities to forgive others. This is possible only because I am forgiven. I can now be an example of forgiveness for my child.

Forgive us our sins, as we forgive everyone who sins against us, and lead us not into temptation. ~ Luke 11:4

Divine Order

Events happen life of my child that I don't understand. I look for divine order as these events unfold. These are opportunities for us to experience God's power and His attention to detail.

This is the plan that is planned concerning the whole earth; and this is the hand that is stretched out over all the nations. ~ Isaiah 14:26

Trust

Trusting in the Lord releases any fear that has a hold on me. Freedom from fear allows me to be a secure attachment figure for my child. We trust in the Lord together.

Trust in the Lord forever. ~ Isaiah 26:4

Joy

Joy is essential to attachment. I activate joy by first connecting with God. I can then express it at anytime and in any situation when connecting with my child in relationship.

This day is Holy to our Lord, and not be grieved, for the joy of the Lord is your strength. ~ Nehemiah 8:10

God's Goodness

I sow seeds of love and positive information into my child with every opportunity. I fully expect the seeds to grow into positive, good outcomes for my child. We are blessed by God's abundance of good.

Other seed fell into good soil and brought forth good grain, growing up in increasing and yielding thirty and sixty and hundred fold. ~ Mark 4:8

Harmony

I take responsibility to encourage and maintain loving relationships. I look for the good in all situations. I bring harmony in to my relationship with my child.

How very good and pleasant is it when kindred live together in unity! ~ Psalm 133:1

Fear

My Child and I walk through all valleys in our lives with assurance. We know our Shepard will comfort us. Fear does not run our lives.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. ~Psalm 23:4

Renewal

I choose to look for God's goodness in all challenges presented by my child. These are opportunities to strengthen our relationship and keep it alive. I am able to nurture my child's talents and abilities.

Bless the Lord, O my soul....who satisfies you with good for as long as you live so that your youth is renewed like the eagles. ~Psalm 103: 1,5

Blessings

I am thankful for the opportunities to connect in love with my child. These opportunities feed and nourish our relationship. God provides more than enough bread of life.

Taking the five loaves and the two fish, he looked up to the heaven, and blessed and broke the loaves and gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the crowds. ~ Matthew 14:19

Letting Go

I release all worries and struggles to God. When burdens seem to heavy I rely on God to hold me up. As I let go I realize I am not parenting alone.

God is my helper, the Lord is the up lifter of my life. ~ Psalm 54:4

Grace

I focus on the presence of Christ in my child to guide him through challenges. I let go of unrealistic expectations. God's grace covers all shortcomings.

Each of us was given grace according to the measure of Christ's gift. ~ Ephesians 4:7

Harmony

I forgive myself and others for those things that have caused pain. Healing allows me to experience harmony in my relationships. I am free to give the love in my heart to my child and those around me.

Make my joy complete: be of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. ~ Philippians 2:2

New Ways

When I am challenged in a situation with my child I risk to try something new. I see this as an opportunity to move beyond old ways of thinking. I am prepared through prayer.

See, the former things have came to pass, and new things I now declare. ~Isaiah 42:9

Love

I look at the miracle in the manger for inspiration. I am reminded of my own spiritual rebirth. I am able to bring a new meaning into my relationship with my child.

They went with haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the child lying in the manger. ~Luke 2:16

Abundance

The abundance of God's love allows me to share my gifts and love with others. As I pour love into my child we are both blessed with an enriched relationship. We move forward with the spirit of Thanksgiving.

Your heart shall thrill and rejoice, because the abundance of the sea shall be brought to you. ~ Isaiah 6:5

Peace

I face the storms of life connected with my child in prayer. Our distress is regulated by the Holy Spirit. We press on in peace.

Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he brought them out of their distress; he made the storm be still, and the waves of the sea were hushed. ~Psalm 107: 28-29

Provision

I pray with my child for daily provisions. Our spirits and hearts are nourished through communion with God. We are free from the drain of negative thoughts and feelings.

Give us this day our daily bread. ~ Matthew 6:11

Healing

I take time to breathe deeply and relax. I receive God's healing and experience strength and vitality throughout my body. I become an expression of God to my child in all that I say and do.

Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and healthy to the body. ~ Proverbs 16:24

Fulfillment

I choose to release all that keeps me regressed and blocks my spiritual growth. I move forward with divine clarity, direction, and insight. I engage my child in activities that enhance our lives and we are fulfilled.

Lay aside immaturity, and live, and walk in the way of insight. ~ Proverbs 9:6

Stand Strong

My child and I stand firm on the journey God has for us. We rely on God's guidance and promises as we pursue our goals. Our relationship demonstrates God's love.

Brothers and sisters, be all the more eager to confirm your call and election, when you do this you will never stumble. ~ 2 Peter 1:10

Welcome

I purpose to provide a safe environment for my child. One in which he always feels welcome. We rest assured that we are welcomed by the Father.

"Whoever welcomes one of these little children in my name welcomes me; and whoever welcomes me does not welcome me but the one who sent me." ~Mark 9:37

Joy

Joy is my byproduct of my investment in my child. The Holy Spirit leads us on a journey of discovery and adventure. Through relationship I influence my child's pursuit of his goals.

My brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of any kind, consider it joy. ~ James 1:2

Love

My child and I sing of God's love in the morning. We sing a song of praise out today. God is our refuge.

But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble. ~ Psalm 59:16

Protection

I embrace my child as God embraces me. Together we experience God's protective shield. We move forward feeling safe and secure.

For the promise is for you, your children, and for all who are far away. Everyone whom the Lord our God calls to him. ~Acts 2:39

Love

Our hope lies in everlasting life. But for this day, my child and I embrace God's goodness and love. During this day the Spirit of God dwells in our house.

Surely goodness and love will follow me all of the days of my life, and I will dwell in my house of the Lord forever. Psalm 23:6

Faith

Circumstances and the world tell us to doubt what we can not see. My child and I look past all circumstances and doubt. Together we live our life by walking in faith.

We live by faith, not by sight. ~ 2 Corinthians 5:7

God's Will

Loving myself means I take time to breathe, relax, and connect with God. By putting him first I am able to receive his wisdom. I come into alignment with his plan and experience love and harmony with my child.

The wisdom from above is first pure, and peaceful, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits. ~ James 3:17

Joy

Each day I choose to rejoice in the Lord. Conflicts and challenges become small as the joy of the Lord is with my child and I. His joy brings compassion and understanding in to our relationship.

This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. ~ Psalm 118:24

Healing

When in need of healing, my child and I reach out in prayer to test Jesus. We trust in him for what we need. He is making us whole.

And the people all tried to touch him, because power is coming from him and healing them all. ~ Luke 6:19

Faith

My child and I read the word of God daily. By hearing the word our faith grows. We are connected in relationship by faith.

Consequently, faith comes by hearing the message, and the message heard through the word of Christ. ~ Romans 10:17

Let Go, and Let God

Sometimes I get caught up in a net of dysregulation and fear. I stop, breathe, and redirect my thoughts towards God. I can then reconnect with my child.

My eyes are ever towards the Lord, for he will pluck my feet out of the net. ~Psalms 25:15

Christ's Light

I love and accept myself as a light filled expression of the spirit. I am free to connect with my child. We celebrate the life God has given us to live.

If then your whole body is full of light, with no part of it in darkness, it will be as full of light as when a lamp gives you light with its rays. ~ Luke 11:36

Rest

Demands can drain all my energy and take me out of relationship. I know that I can "rest in the Lord" and be refreshed- body, mind, and spirit. When refreshed, I reconnect with my child.

He said, "My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest." ~ Exodus 33:14

Prayer

Sometimes I feel my efforts are completely ineffective. I do the best that I can and leave the outcome to God. I realize that prayer is the key to releasing God's goodness and will in the life of my child.

They long for you and pray for you because of the surpassing grace of God that he has given you. ~ Corinthians 9:14

Safety

I rest assured that God answers my prayers for protection for my child. We go through each day feeling safe and secure in God's care. Fear does not hold us back.

Like bird's hovering overhead, so the Lord of hosts will protect Jerusalem; he will protect and deliver it, he will spare and rescue it. ~Isaiah 31:5

Freedom

I am able to break old patterns because Christ has set me free. I am not yoked to fear based parenting. The spirit of Christ helps my relationship with my child reach it's full potential.

For freedom Christ has set us free. Stand firm, therefore, and not submit again to a yoke of slavery. ~ Galatians 5:1

New Creation

I close the door on my past by believing in Christ. My negative fear based attitudes are released and don't contaminate my relationship with my child. We are strengthened by our faith and have a joyful spirit.

So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away; see, everything has become new! ~ 2 Corinthians 5:17

Light

As I breathe, relax, and become still, I am more aware of the Holy Spirit within me. My spirit shines bright as my fears and anxieties are cleared away. I can now light up my relationship with my child.

No one after lighting a lamp, puts it under the bushel basket, but on the lamp stand, and it gives light to all in the house. ~ Matthew 5:15

Guidance

I can listen to my child when I am attuned and we are co-regulated. We receive guidance during our quiet times of connection. God's wisdom guides us with confidence.

And He said, "Let anyone with ears to hear listen!" ~ Mark 4:9

Love

God's love is the power that connects me to others and attracts others to me. I overflow with that which has been poured into me. This abundance of love radiates through my relationship with my child.

God's love has been poured into our hearts and the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. ~ Romans 5:5

Enriched

In meditation God removes all thoughts and attitudes. I am open to receive new opportunities for myself and my child. Our lives are enriched by God.

You shall eat whole grain being stored, and you shall have to clear out the old to make room for the new. ~ Leviticus 26:10

Prayer

In the midst of a problem, I may not see an immediate solution. I rest patiently in prayer, knowing that keeps me and my child in God's process. Prayer is our lifeline to God's limitless blessings.

Pray for us, so that the word of the Lord may spread rapidly and be glorified everywhere, just as it is among you. ~ 2 Thessalonians 3:1

Favor

I do not let circumstances dictate how I feel about my child. We walk in the favor of God. We are safe, protected, peaceful, and regulated in all situations.

He came to her and said, "Greetings, favored one! The Lord is with you." ~Luke 1:28

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Peace

I take time to breathe into my quiet times in prayer. I experience the presence of God. I bring this peace in to all that I do.

He woke up and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, "Peace! Be still!" Then the wind ceased, and there was a dead calm....and they were filled with great awe and said to one another, "who then is this, that even the wind and sea obey him?" ~Mark 4: 39, 41

Refuge

God is bigger than any of my fears. During challenging times with my child, I call upon his strength. Our journey together becomes safe in the Lord.

This God- his way is perfect, the promise of the Lord proves true; he is a shield for all those who take refuge in him. ~2 Samuel 22:31

Potential

I turn each challenge with my child into an opportunity to develop his strengths. We turn to God for understanding and guidance. We let go of limitations and release my child's potential in Christ.

Ask, and it will be given to you; search, and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. ~Matthew 7:7

TRIVIA WINNERS!

Well I must say, WOW! We were amazed at the responses we received from the Parent Wisdom Trivia game. Everyone had wonderful answers. Many of you shared experiences from within your homes. How beautiful! I am excited to present.......the winners are..........

Question #1- OXYTOCIN ~ Holly Y.
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Grace

I do not allow discouragement to contaminate my relationship with my child. God's grace provides forgiveness and freedom from anger and pain. God's grace refreshes me.

Everything is for your sake, so that grace....the increase and Thanksgiving, to the glory of God. ~ 2 Corinthians 4:15

Courage

Today I choose courage. I refuse to allow fear to interfere in my love relationship with my child. I focus on the spirit of God in my life and trust God in to all circumstances.

I have said this to you, so that in media may have peace. In the world you may have persecutions. But take courage; I have conquered the world! ~ John 16:33

Faith

By walking in faith with my child, our daily challenges become small. We refuse to let circumstances create fear and worry. Chaos dissolves into new order for our lives.

We walk by faith, not by sight. ~ 2 Corinthians 5:7

Love

Life brings hurt and disappointment into my relationship with my child. We trust in God's unfailing love for matters of the heart. Our heart's rejoice with God's love.

But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your celebration. ~Psalm 13:5

Grace

I involve my child in service to others. Our relationship is strengthened through our selfless getting. God blesses what we do in many ways.

Give liberally and be ungrudging when you do so, for on this account the Lord your God will bless you in all your work and in all that you undertake. ~Deuteronomy 15:10

God's Light

I no longer allow fear to cloud or darken my vision. God's guidance gives me clear thinking and purpose for the unexpected with my child. I am guided by His light, not driven by fear.

Then God said, "Let there be light"; and there was light. ~Genesis 1:3

Regulation

My home is regulated. Our physical surroundings reflect our co-regulation with each other through the Holy Spirit. We give thanks and sing God's praises.

Happy are those who live in your house, ever singing your praises. ~ Psalm 84:4

Guidance

I pray for guidance in everything I do. I realize that God has gone before me and laid out a divine plan for me. My child and I embrace our journey together.

The Lord will guide you continually, and satisfy your needs in parched places. ~Isaiah 58:11

Transformed

I refuse to let old patterns of victim hood interfere with my progress. Through Christ I am constantly being transformed. Each day is an opportunity to join in support my child's transformation.

All of us, with unveiled faces, seeking the Lord as though reflected in a mirror, are being transformed in the same image from one degree of glory to another, for this comes from the Lord, the spirit. ~2 Corinthians 3:18

Compassion

I commit to showing compassion to my child in all situations. I seek to understand my child. I am then able to influence change.

For their sake he remembered his covenant, and showed compassion according to the abundance of His steadfast love. ~Psalm 106:45

Todays Parent Wisdom - January 26th, 2010

My Heart

I let go of any thoughts or feelings that block or cloud the love that God has put in my heart. Love allows me to look past my fear reactions in my child. I can make a stronger heart connection with my child.

The Lord does not see us as mortals see; they look on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart. 1 Samuel 16:7

Todays Parent Wisdom - January 25th, 2010

Comfort

I received the love of God. I am comforted, strengthened, and assured in His love. I can freely express what I have received to my child.

I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will hold you with my victorious right hand. ~Isaiah 41:10

Todays Parent Wisdom - January 22nd, 2010

Peace

I choose to bring harmony and peace into my relationship with my child. I respond with compassion, kindness, thoughtfulness, and being connected.

Agree with one another, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you. ~ 2 Corinthians 13:11

Todays Parent Wisdom - January 21st, 2010

Trust

I remove any limitations I may have put on God. I allow myself to trust God more each day. Doubt and fear are removed and I parent with love.

All these things will be given to you as well. ~Matthew 6:33

Todays Parent Wisdom - January 20th, 2010

Loved In Action

Before I act, I pray and listen. Prayer keeps me from reacting in fear instead of responding in love to my child. Prayer prepares me for right direction and right ideas.

But be doers of the word, not merely hearers. ~James 1:22

Todays Parent Wisdom - January 19th, 2010

Joy

I pray to be open to the struggles of my child. By facing my pain, I can be with my child and his pain. We can then heal together, and be filled with joy.

Very truly, I tell you, you will weep and mourn, but the world will rejoice: you will have pain, but your pain will turn into joy. ~John 16:20

Todays Parent Wisdom - January 17th, 2010

Light

As I breathe, relax, and become still, I become more aware of the Holy Spirit within me. My spirit shines bright as my fears and anxieties are cleared away. I can now light up my relationship with my child.

No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel basket, but on a lamp stand, and it gives light to all in the house. ~ Matthew 5:15

Todays Parent Wisdom - January 15th, 2010

Knowledge

I keep an open mind and heart for ways to connect with God. God speaks to me through conversations with others, books, art, songs, and the beauty of His creation. I am conscious of His presence in all that I do.

If you indeed cry out for insight, and raise your voices for understanding;...then you will...find the knowledge of God. ~Proverbs 2: 3,5

Todays Parent Wisdom - January 14th, 2010

Born Again

I do not allow sin and negativity way me down. I am able to walk in freedom with my child. Christ has restored us and we walk in His life.

"I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, though they die, will live." ~John 11:25

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Todays Parent Wisdom - January 13th, 2010

New Creation

I am no longer trapped by my old patterns and beliefs. I am continuing to emerge into a new creation. I am becoming a reflection of God for my child.

You have stripped off all the old self with it's practices and have clothed yourselves with the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge according to the image of it's creator. ~Collosians 3:9-10

Todays Parent Wisdom - January 12th, 2010

Faith

Jesus is my icon for having a faith walk with my child. His teachings help me build new faith during adverse times. My child and I strengthen our faith together.

"If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask for where you wish, and it will be good for you." ~John 15:7

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Todays Parent Wisdom - January 11th, 2010

Gratitude

I am grateful for God's presence in our lives. This awareness helps me face any challenge I have with my child. I face all dysregulation with strength, confidence, and faith.

Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teach and admonish one another in all wisdom; and with gratitude in your heart sing psalms, hyms, and spiritual songs to God. ~Collosians 3:16