Operation Word Camp

Scripture is the one place I turn when I'm in need of help, rather it's with my children or myself.  For years, I have collected scripture to help guide me through parenting.  I usually pull it out as a teaching tool right before I meet with my children.  I never throw God at my children, but instead, do my best to remind them of His promises, commands, direction, and love. 

Each Sunday, I am going to give the three of us a new scripture to meditate on throughout our week.  I thought the best place to start are the areas we are struggling with.  We've decided to repeat our scriptures each morning and evening.  Holding each other accountable will be an added bonus!

This week at our Operation Word Camp, I will be focusing on my stress level through my divorce not effecting my attitude at home, Hanna will be learning to accept instruction/correction and poor Richie will be learning to stop whining/complaining! 

Maybe this idea can also help you fight off a little growing steam and get to the heart of the issue!


Our Memory Verses:

"A fool gives vent to his anger, but a wise man keeps his under control."
~Proverbs 29:11

"Listen to advice and accept instruction and in the end you will be wise."
~Proverbs 19:20

"Do everything without complaining or arguing."
~Philippians 2:14

An Attribute A Day

If you list the attributes of God throughout the bible, you will discover the most amazing qualities.  I began my unfinished project in 2003 in the book of Psalms.  I only made it through the first 25 chapters and looking over the attributes today, is an encouragement way beyond the words written within my notebook.

I want to pick up from the very beginning, but this time, share the venture with my children.  I purchased 2 extra notebooks and look forward to the time we will spend jotting down an attribute or two each day. This will be the beginning of a well written list to recall in the years to come.  I look forward watching my children grow as they discover many new qualities of their loving and faithful father.

"He is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yield its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither."
~Psalm 1:3