A FULL LIFE
It is sad that many mothers today don't enjoy motherhood? And yet God's plan is for mothers to be filled with joy. Psalm 113:9 HCSB says, "He gives the childless woman a household, making her the JOYFUL mother of children. Hallelujah!" Notice the Hallelujah with an exclamation mark!
The full understanding of the Hebrew word is that we will be glee-FULL, merry-FULL, cheer-FULL, and of course, joy-FULL! It doesn't mean half filled, but filled to the top! I forgot to mention happy-FULL! Most translations of Psalm 113:9 translate it "a HAPPY MOTHER."
Why are we not filled with joy? I believe it comes down to our attitude. Mothers are conditioned by society that their role is insignificant and inferior. They think they would be better off somewhere else than embracing their land of motherhood. But, dear mother, you are in the perfect will of God. You are in the greatest career in the nation. Embrace it with all your heart and begin to enjoy your baby and your children. Don't waste these precious years with self-pity and pining for something that is vain and empty.
Enjoy your mothering today. You have a FULL life that is impacting this world and eternity.
Love from Nancy Campbell
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