Mother’s Day was celebrated on the 9th of May, while Children’s Day was celebrated just yesterday, May 27. I really don’t think its a coincidence that mothers and children are being celebrated in the same month. It’s only natural that this should be so.
The unique relationship between a mother and her child is a mystery which has been created by God Almighty. The fact that a mother carries a child in her womb for nine months creates a bond between them which can’t be successfully broken or interfered with. No doubt, the mother has a special love and affection for her child or children.
Nevertheless, this is not always the case. There have been some extreme cases of neglect or negligence by mothers of their children, where selfishness and self centered attitudes, have blinded and robbed motherly instincts of its rightful place in the maternal world. Mothers have been wired to succor and nourish their children. And so, to take this great privilege for granted and trivialize this opportunity is an abuse on motherhood itself.
Every mother should realize that for every negligent act towards her children, there is a price to pay in the long run. You can’t sow seeds of discord amongst your own children, for example, and expect to reap a bounty harvest of peace in your family. You can’t also sow seeds of maternal irresponsibility and expect to be fulfilled as a mother. It just doesn’t work that way.
Like I have always said, your time, energy and resources you’re investing in that child or those children is not in vain. Every mother must live up to her responsibility whether you’re a single mum, widow or you are married.
Yes, I know it’s not easy especially when you are parenting these kids alone without the support of their father. But, one thing for sure I know you do have, is the LORD. He knows your pain points and He sees your effort, and He’s going to definitely reward you.
The truth is, you might feel you’re probably wasting your time; that no one appreciates the effort you’re putting in to train them. You may even detect from time to time, some resentment and ingratitude coming from your own children especially if you’re dealing with teenagers at this point.
I tell you, it can be painful and heart wrenching sometimes; it seems, you have missed it somewhere along this arduous journey. You even ask yourself, where you have gone wrong in your bid to actually carry out your maternal responsibilities ?
Still, despite all these flurry of emotions that accompany child rearing which is perfectly normal, you’re on the right track, and nothing whatsoever should deter you from your goal and destination as a mother.
Your passion as a mother should be to see your children become all that God has created them to be. Every child has a unique purpose, and whether you realize it or not you are solely responsible for ensuring that they fulfill God’s purpose for their lives and ultimately their destinies here on earth.
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