Loving God When Your Hands are Full
Oh I hear it all the time. The frustration. The worry. The fear.
How do I get anything done with kids? How do I find my new normal? How do I maintain a deep relationship with the Lord while raising children?
They’re good questions to ask, because I think at one point, all of us mommas have asked ourselves this.
I’ve learned to shift my expectations. The picture of a woman sitting cozy in a comfy chair, snuggled in a warm blanket, sipping on her favorite hot tea, while reading her bible was no longer me. Those days had passed. But I’ve realized that my time with the Lord doesn’t have to look perfect to be beautiful.
“You have said, “Seek my face.” My heart says to you, “Your face, LORD, do I seek.” Psalm 27:8
I can seek Him when my hands are full. I can love Him well in the midst of messes and tantrums and life’s chaos. He’s after my heart. And that’s what I give Him as I read God’s word while I sit on the living room floor next to my 7 month old covered in spit up and wearing yesterday’s clothes. Jesus is with me as I seek Him from the bathroom floor while my toddlers are taking a bath. He meets me when I’m praying to Him while preparing a meal, or tidying our home. He’s beside me as I cry out to Him as my kids misbehave, and I’m struggling to have the patience and self-control that God calls me to. And somehow, though it’s not a picture perfect image, I’m content. I’m strengthened. I’m at peace.
So to the mom who is looking for her new normal, embrace God in the chaos. Don’t compromise when your hands are full. God will honor your dependence as you make your relationship with Him a nonnegotiable in your life. He gave His very life for us. He’s worthy of our praise in every season, every triumph, and every battle. Love Him well in the mess. Love Him with all your heart.
“Those who know your name trust in you, for you, LORD, have never forsaken those who seek you.” Psalm 9:10
Christina Beauchamp
Needed to hear this! Love this post. 🙂
Christina
Taylor Krabill
Aw thanks! It’s something I often have to remind myself of as well! <3
Francia
I love this so much!! I truly need it to read this. I just had a baby he is 5 months and a 4 year old. And it’s really hard to find the time I used to have with God. I have been trying to find a routine but it’s hard when my baby is constantly growing out of faces. Nothing is really constant. But this just made me realize so much. I felt like God won’t hear me if I dont take time for him how I used to. Thank you for this lovely! I’m so happy your back!!!
Taylor Krabill
Aw thank you!! And I feel like when I realized that my old “normal” wasn’t going to be the same anymore, I started to see how many imperfect, but great opportunities I had to still really seek the Lord in my day-to-day life. <3 I totally get how you feel momma!! xo
Monica
Love this…really needed to hear these words right now as I struggle with finding time to give to God while raising two children. Thank you so much for your words of wisdom? Love your blog by the way! You’re an inspiration to every women and momma out there. Xo
Taylor Krabill
Finding that consistent, genuine routine is sooo hard! It really is something you (and I) have to fight for, but it’s well worth it!! And thank you so much! xo <3
Gabrielle
Thanks for always lifting me up and making me want to be better for my family. So happy you are back xx
Taylor Krabill
Thank you so much! I’m happy to hear that you were encouraged by this!