Teaching me spiritual truths

I've always heard that when you have children they'll help you understand things about God. Well, I had one of those moments last night. We are trying to let Lily sleep in her crib (in her room) and some nights it works really well and other nights....not so much. So, last night she started wimpering at about 1:30 am. She wasn't really crying just sort of fussing. And I realize she needs to learn how to self soothe and I'm not very good at letting her learn that (her Daddy isn't either!). We just always rush in there when she begins to cry. Well, I was outside her door and I was thinking...."oh, I don't want her to think I've abandoned her. But, I want her to be able to be alone and not have me or Daddy run to the rescue every time she makes a peep. How can I make her rest and trust that I'm here....even when she can't see me?" The Lord spoke to my heart in that moment and said, "I haven't abandoned you, Keri....I'm here even when you can't see me and you're restless and uncertain about things. Sometimes I'm trying to teach you to trust me. Walk by faith not by sight." I had such a strong sense of His love and protection. I think about how much I love Lily....and God's love for us is SO much stronger than that because it is a PERFECT love.

"The Lord wants to show his mercy to you. He wants to rise and comfort you. The Lord is a just God." Isaiah 30:18 If you have a chance read this chapter in Isaiah....it is really awesome! What a sweet word from the Lord! (Isaiah 30:18-21) Thanks to my mother in law for sharing this scripture with me :)