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Learning Patience

February 15, 2012 by Tracey 6 Comments

You can learn many things from children.  How much patience you have, for instance.  ~Franklin P Jones

This is a quote with which I can identify!  While I’m not currently battling temper tantrums, potty training, or sleepless nights, my patience is still frequently tested.

As mothers, we are constantly growing and learning right along with our children.  I find that just when I think I have a good handle on a particular stage of childhood, things change.  Perhaps sibling disagreements have diminished, but laziness is on the loose.  When disobedience seems to be under control, whining rears its ugly head.

I have come to realize how little wisdom I have and how much I need to seek it at the throne of God.  When the day has been long, I can say with David in Psalm 62:7, “In God is my salvation and my glory:  the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God.”

I also find that discussing issues with my husband gives me a clearer perspective on the situation.  Since I am with our children all day, I tend to focus on the immediate problem, while he can see the bigger picture.

So, yes, motherhood does teach us a thing or two about patience….which helps us become better people – and Christians – in the long run.

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  1. Jennifer says

    February 15, 2012 at 2:25 pm

    I would have to agree that motherhood has changed me more than anything else. And patience is one of those areas that I've grown so much in.

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  2. AudreyO says

    February 15, 2012 at 2:58 pm

    Patience and a good sense of humor are essential for motherhood 🙂

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  3. Aurie{OurGoodLife} says

    February 15, 2012 at 6:48 pm

    I agree – I have learned to be more patient and loving and kind since becoming a mom!

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  4. Clara says

    February 15, 2012 at 9:51 pm

    Motherhood does change us! So true. I have a long ways to go on learning patience, but being a mother sure does help us along the way! 🙂

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  5. Nikki says

    February 16, 2012 at 12:23 pm

    You're right that having children shows us how much patience we have…or don't have!

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  6. wynette says

    February 17, 2012 at 1:14 pm

    Very sweet! I have a friend who had 2 children almost grown, she said she prayed for patience and God gave her 3 more kids. Laughing she said she never prayed for patience again..

    I think patience is something that we grow into but always have room to improve. Thanks for the reminder.

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Welcome! I'm Tracey, wife and mom to two teenage girls. I seek to help Christian moms raise children who know, love, and serve God by sharing Biblical wisdom, helpful tips, and practical advice. Read More…

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