Sunday, June 30, 2013

Thriving Amidst Single Mom Issues


I know it is difficult but it is possible to thrive amidst single mom issues.  How can you make it possible to have a sane day, everyday?  Physically taking care of the kids, providing their material needs, responding to their emotional needs and guiding them in their social activities are tasks that a single mom needs to lump in her 24 hour day.  The pressure of time and physical exhaustion are enough to cause emotional problems to a single mom.  These are more than enough to drive a single mom crazy.

 

Would you choose this insane way or would you like to know the path to thriving amidst single mom issues?

 

You may not believe it but there is one single and simple answer to thriving amidst single mom issues.  The answer and the secret of most single moms is being right with God.  We can live an abundant life and practically go through the storms of life if we have an abundant life in Jesus Christ.  An abundant life in Jesus Christ is seeing beyond the problems of life and seeking the greater purpose in the issues that we encounter.

 

A single mom’s life is very emotional.  It is full of disappointments.  In times like these our emotions take control over us and in most cases lead us to an even serious problem – our health.  The best way to free us from disappointments is to lean on the power and goodness of Jesus Christ.  Life on earth has a greater purpose, bigger than all issues that we daily encounter. Life on earth is only temporary, look forward to the blessings beyond this life.  Look to the power of God to help you overcome your troubles.

 

You will only be able to use God’s power to overcome life’s issues if you know who your God is.  If your God is big, your problems become small.  Read your Bible daily to see and discover how big our God is.  As you do your daily reading of the Bible, you will discover that the scriptures are not merely words but are medicines for your soul and spirit.  The truth in the Bible will encourage you and lift you up as the daily struggles of being a single mom surround you.

 

Our world is ruled by Satan.  He seeks only to steal to kill and to destroy.  Thus, we experience issues in life such as ending up being a single mom when in fact our dream, our goal was to have a happy family.  Nevertheless, we should not let Satan triumph because our Lord Jesus Christ has won the battle for us.  If we only use Jesus’ power, we can overcome all the issues that we are now experiencing.  Whenever you feel powerless, call on the name of Jesus and rest in His care.

 

Prayer or simply talking to Jesus will also help you thrive amidst the issues of being a single mom. Simply talk to Him, telling Him of all your issues and problems and asking Him to help you and guide you, that you may see the greater purpose in the issues at hand. Do not be weary, instead practice Philippians 4:6 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”

 

Keep moving and thrive because your kids need you and God will help you.  Just ask Him to help you and put your trust in Him.

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