This story comes to you today from a little piece of sunshine that is a sweet memory of my childhood. My grandma Johnson is a woman among women. I adore her. She is a masterful cook. She can whip anything up in a moments notice, from scratch. It's been the last couple of years that her health has been failing her. On Christmas day she was released from the hospital where she was admitted for pain in her right arm. She was released just in time to make it home to welcome all the family into her home to celebrate. Christmas has always been an amazing family gathering at my grandparents home.
This particular story didn't happen at Christmas time, but it was during the deer hunting season. My dad and grandpa had went into the woods to do some deer hunting and grandma was in her kitchen melting the chocolate bark on the stove. My dad had bought chocolate bark before to put on top of our ice cream. I remember being amazed by how the chocolate hardened on the ice cream. Grandma was taking two Ritz crackers and putting peanut butter in between the two crackers and covering them with chocolate. My brother and I were responsible for putting the peanut butter on the crackers. I can hear Grandma now, "Don't put too much peanut butter on the crackers." She finished up the last of the chocolate and put the crackers in zip lock baggies. My brother got his own and I got one of my own. Then she filled a larger bag up for the guys out in the 'deer woods', as she called it. She put us in over sized orange vest and sent my brother and I out to take the guys hunting some of our goodies. She said, "This will help hold the guys over until dinner time. The peanut butter will give them energy." Off my brother and I went to find where the other guys were. It was a bit of an adventure. Grandma and Grandpa lived on quite a bit of land.
Today I pulled out the chocolate bark and just the sign of chocolate brought the kids to the kitchen, eager to see what I was going to make. We started putting peanut butter on the crackers and dipping them in the chocolate. It reminded me of the amazing time I had with my Grandma the first time I had this little treat and the adventure that she sent my brother and I on when we were kids. It really is the little things that we do with our kids that makes the difference. It's the time we spend talking with them and including them in our grown up worlds that they will recall with their own kids someday. All the grandmas out there that make yourselves available to your grandkids, teaching them the little things that their parents haven't got to just yet. You are valued and loved and you matter in the equation of growing happy healthy families.
That's all I have for today. I hope you all had a very Merry Christmas. From my home to your home have an amazing New Years!!
That Autism MOM
www.thatautismmom.com
Tuesday, December 27, 2016
Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Love getting Headstarts
About a month ago we moved to NWA (NorthwestArkansas). Autism parents can really grasp the intensity that a move can have on our children with autism. Then the time change came and autism parents know how the time change effects our children. Then there was Thanksgiving. I'm sure you know how well we all handle the holidays. While our children enjoyed seeing family it's hard on their sensitive little bodies. I'm just thinking with all this change I'll probably not sleep for an entire year. 😳
Well today was such a gift. I'm up before both of my kids. I feel like I even got to sleep in. I was woke up t 4am by Miss Izzy wanting her iPad, but she drifted right back to sleep. 8:00am came and they are still asleep. This is HUGE! They needed this and I needed this. Getting a head start on my day makes things flow so much better. This is going to be a good day.
I'm going to go enjoy my cup of coffee in silence now. I hope and pray you enjoy your day to. Find your blessings no matter how small or insignificant it may seem. One thing that autism has taught me is to appreciate the small victories, for me today is a HUGE victory!
Blessings,
Shelli, My Kids Mom
Thatautismmom.com
Well today was such a gift. I'm up before both of my kids. I feel like I even got to sleep in. I was woke up t 4am by Miss Izzy wanting her iPad, but she drifted right back to sleep. 8:00am came and they are still asleep. This is HUGE! They needed this and I needed this. Getting a head start on my day makes things flow so much better. This is going to be a good day.
I'm going to go enjoy my cup of coffee in silence now. I hope and pray you enjoy your day to. Find your blessings no matter how small or insignificant it may seem. One thing that autism has taught me is to appreciate the small victories, for me today is a HUGE victory!
Blessings,
Shelli, My Kids Mom
Thatautismmom.com
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Gearing up for Thanksgiving
Good morning I realize that I have had very little time to set down and catch up on my blogging. We have relocated to the Northwest Arkansas area. This will be our first Thanksgiving in the new home. The transition was a little rough, but things are settling down in time for Thanksgiving.
There is a tradition on social media that is a beautiful display of thanks. Individuals daily will post what they are most Thankful for throughout the month of November. I did not participate, but I would like to take a brief moment to share what I am most Thankful for.
1. I am most Thankful for My family. Patrick is great dad, great provider for our home, and really a great husband to me. I am so thankful for Josh and Izzy. I enjoy so much of our time together. It's not all easy, but we try to have fun.
2. I am thankful to know the Lord. The strength and peace that he brings to my life on a daily basis is my saving grace. I know that I would not be able to do what I do, day in and day out, without him. I am thankful that he is just one breath away when I need Him.
3. I am thankful to live in America. Even in the craziness that is being played out in the news and other outlets of media, I am thankful for America. It is because of our freedom that people are so free to share their grievances. If we were an oppressed nation there would much less being voiced, I'm sure. I am thankful for the freedoms that I have and those that fought for those freedoms. It is easy to marginalize those freedoms when we did not pay a price for freedom. The bible instructs us to not forget the ancient landmarks. I don't want to forget the price that was paid today.
4. I am thankful that I was given the opportunity to become a mother. I smile as I write this out because it truly brings me so much joy. I love being a mother and being here with my kids. I was chasing Josh around the house yesterday. He was so clear and so much fun to be around. He has had a rough couple of months with all the transitions, its been rough on him. Yesterday was a reminder of who my son really is and what his baseline. Izzy was helping me in the kitchen. She loves to help out in the kitchen. I spend a lot of my time in the kitchen most days. It takes a lot to keep up with the meal schedules in our home so most of our days are hanging out in the kitchen. Both of my kids have above average skills in the kitchen and I am confident it is from our daily investments together in the kitchen that has made all the difference.
While I could go on and on, probably for the end of the entire month, but these are my top things I am thankful for.
If you are an autism family I will praying for you throughout the holiday season. I know how difficult it can be to change up the daily routines and adding people into your life that you only see this time of year. I get it. I know it is hard. It is for us. But challenge yourself, challenge your family to get out and see your extended family. You know just how much your family can handle, so even if it is just for a small moment of time, show up say hi and if you have to leave right after, so be it. Make an effort this season to connect. It is important, but I also want to encourage you to create a meaningful experience for your kids too. If that means fixing only the foods your kids will eat and calling that Thanksgiving, go for it.
Dad's pull away from the game and find your kids and make an effort to connect with them doing what they enjoy. Take them to the park to swing or purchasing an extra can of shaving cream and spreading it out on the craft table and play in it with your kids. If this is what is meaningful to them, then do it. Enter their world as much as possible and strive to engage with your family. Your days are numbered make the moments count.
Mom's try to relax and enjoy your day. I will you often prepare beyond just the cooking. Social Stories you prepared to make the day a success for your kids. You may have really worked hard to make sure that your kids had like foods that were within their diet restrictions. No one even notices your hours of prep time you put in for a successful day. I want to say thank you to you. I know that you work so hard being "that autism Mom" for your family. Happy Thanksgiving to you and I give you permission to relax and enjoy this day too. :)
I'd love to hear about how you celebrate Thanksgiving? Do you have special traditions? How do you survive the challenging obstacles? I would love to hear about it.
Thanksgiving is a time for family. Enjoy your families despite all the differences and quarks. Love one another and bless one another.
Shelli Allen, My Kids MOM
thatautismmom.com
There is a tradition on social media that is a beautiful display of thanks. Individuals daily will post what they are most Thankful for throughout the month of November. I did not participate, but I would like to take a brief moment to share what I am most Thankful for.
1. I am most Thankful for My family. Patrick is great dad, great provider for our home, and really a great husband to me. I am so thankful for Josh and Izzy. I enjoy so much of our time together. It's not all easy, but we try to have fun.
2. I am thankful to know the Lord. The strength and peace that he brings to my life on a daily basis is my saving grace. I know that I would not be able to do what I do, day in and day out, without him. I am thankful that he is just one breath away when I need Him.
3. I am thankful to live in America. Even in the craziness that is being played out in the news and other outlets of media, I am thankful for America. It is because of our freedom that people are so free to share their grievances. If we were an oppressed nation there would much less being voiced, I'm sure. I am thankful for the freedoms that I have and those that fought for those freedoms. It is easy to marginalize those freedoms when we did not pay a price for freedom. The bible instructs us to not forget the ancient landmarks. I don't want to forget the price that was paid today.
4. I am thankful that I was given the opportunity to become a mother. I smile as I write this out because it truly brings me so much joy. I love being a mother and being here with my kids. I was chasing Josh around the house yesterday. He was so clear and so much fun to be around. He has had a rough couple of months with all the transitions, its been rough on him. Yesterday was a reminder of who my son really is and what his baseline. Izzy was helping me in the kitchen. She loves to help out in the kitchen. I spend a lot of my time in the kitchen most days. It takes a lot to keep up with the meal schedules in our home so most of our days are hanging out in the kitchen. Both of my kids have above average skills in the kitchen and I am confident it is from our daily investments together in the kitchen that has made all the difference.
While I could go on and on, probably for the end of the entire month, but these are my top things I am thankful for.
If you are an autism family I will praying for you throughout the holiday season. I know how difficult it can be to change up the daily routines and adding people into your life that you only see this time of year. I get it. I know it is hard. It is for us. But challenge yourself, challenge your family to get out and see your extended family. You know just how much your family can handle, so even if it is just for a small moment of time, show up say hi and if you have to leave right after, so be it. Make an effort this season to connect. It is important, but I also want to encourage you to create a meaningful experience for your kids too. If that means fixing only the foods your kids will eat and calling that Thanksgiving, go for it.
Dad's pull away from the game and find your kids and make an effort to connect with them doing what they enjoy. Take them to the park to swing or purchasing an extra can of shaving cream and spreading it out on the craft table and play in it with your kids. If this is what is meaningful to them, then do it. Enter their world as much as possible and strive to engage with your family. Your days are numbered make the moments count.
Mom's try to relax and enjoy your day. I will you often prepare beyond just the cooking. Social Stories you prepared to make the day a success for your kids. You may have really worked hard to make sure that your kids had like foods that were within their diet restrictions. No one even notices your hours of prep time you put in for a successful day. I want to say thank you to you. I know that you work so hard being "that autism Mom" for your family. Happy Thanksgiving to you and I give you permission to relax and enjoy this day too. :)
I'd love to hear about how you celebrate Thanksgiving? Do you have special traditions? How do you survive the challenging obstacles? I would love to hear about it.
Thanksgiving is a time for family. Enjoy your families despite all the differences and quarks. Love one another and bless one another.
Shelli Allen, My Kids MOM
thatautismmom.com
Friday, September 2, 2016
Chiari's Malformation
We were sure that Josh was having seizures. We were doing the MRI to determine if the seizures had caused damage to his brain when we discovered that Josh had Chiari's Malformation. He was only 5 years old. Upon learning this, I was terrified. What if he was having extreme pain or headaches and not be able to tell me that he was in pain. Josh has been non verbal since he was 17months old. We had already received the Autism Diagnosis, but we kept struggling with regression. He kept losing skills that he had already mastered. He didn't have your most typically known type of seizures, he has what is known as absent seizures. That day I learned two things, well maybe more than two things. I learned that seizures had not yet caused any damage to his brain, but we also learned that Josh had Chiari's Malformation.
{https://youtu.be/50nI45Qn878} This is an awareness video from YouTube That shows some of the symptoms of Chiari's.
When the doctor first shared the symptoms with me, it crushed me. My son couldn't tell me if he was in pain. We knew that with autism he would struggle with sensory challenges, which he does on large scale. I struggled to hold it together when the doctor told me that Chiari's causes extreme pain throughout the body. The doctor suggested decompression surgery. We had the best neuro surgeon.
We were all so nervous. He was only 5years old and this was a 5 hour surgery. Having the surgery was a no brainer for me. Josh had to have the surgery. We spent a week in the hospital. I never left my son. I was sleeping in the bed next to him, making sure that I didn't miss anything. He was scared and I could see it in his eyes. He was afraid to eat for days. He was afraid to move his head. He hated all the tubes, so did I. When he was finally able to walk up and down the hallway, I seen his confidence improve. He was so strong and brave.
I always wonder how Chiari's is effecting my son daily. I keep a close eye for signs of pain or loss of strength. I try to not let it dictate our days, but there is a bit of constant worry in the back of my thoughts. More than anything I hate it that he can't talk. I rely on his actions and gestures to clue me in for what he wants and what he needs. He was climbing trees three months after the surgery. He has no fear. I'm thankful for that. He has had great follow up visits since the surgery. It seems that the surgery was a success. I struggle with what I don't know. The things that he can't tell me. I believe that finding out early was a good thing. Kids are amazing when it comes to healing. They are resilient. That was certainly the case for Josh.
Shelli Allen, My Kids MOM
{https://youtu.be/50nI45Qn878} This is an awareness video from YouTube That shows some of the symptoms of Chiari's.
When the doctor first shared the symptoms with me, it crushed me. My son couldn't tell me if he was in pain. We knew that with autism he would struggle with sensory challenges, which he does on large scale. I struggled to hold it together when the doctor told me that Chiari's causes extreme pain throughout the body. The doctor suggested decompression surgery. We had the best neuro surgeon.
The mark showing the site for the incision.
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I couldn't get the picture to flip for us. This is the cool car that they had for IV drips.
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I always wonder how Chiari's is effecting my son daily. I keep a close eye for signs of pain or loss of strength. I try to not let it dictate our days, but there is a bit of constant worry in the back of my thoughts. More than anything I hate it that he can't talk. I rely on his actions and gestures to clue me in for what he wants and what he needs. He was climbing trees three months after the surgery. He has no fear. I'm thankful for that. He has had great follow up visits since the surgery. It seems that the surgery was a success. I struggle with what I don't know. The things that he can't tell me. I believe that finding out early was a good thing. Kids are amazing when it comes to healing. They are resilient. That was certainly the case for Josh.
Shelli Allen, My Kids MOM
Pumpkin Spice Coffee
I'm in the office this morning sipping on Pumpkin Spice Coffee while the kids are outside playing and soaking up this beautiful weather. Windows are all open and I am counting down the hours for my husband walks through the door.
We got some great pumpkin spice coffee for the Keurig and I love it. So does my son.
We got some great pumpkin spice coffee for the Keurig and I love it. So does my son.
I walked into the living room to find this cutie sitting on the couch sipping on my pumpkin spice. See the ornery look in those eyes; it's a constant look for him. He is so full of life and love. He was caught yesterday helping his little sister out of the car. It melts my heart. I am so thankful for these moments of clarity for me. This is what is important to me, these kids, our family, and moments that we spend together living our life dependent on one another. Family life lessons are being taught here. Lessons that include pumpkin spice coffee and a comfy blanket on a September Morning. :) This is the stuff that life is made of. I am feeling fall in the air and this makes me so happy.
Let's be thankful.
Shelli Allen, That autism Mom
Friday, August 26, 2016
To the tired MOM
Today is Friday moms and I am so glad this week is over. It has been a long and emotional week for me. July 3rd I prepared myself mentally and physically to say good bye to my husband for three weeks. He has taken an interim job with the company that he works for. It's August 26 and he is still there and will be for another two more weeks. 3 weeks has turned into eternity.
On the weekends my husband comes home to spend it with us. The weekends are just not long enough. It's not enough time to catch up on sleep that I have not got all week, spend meaningful time with my husband, and take time for me. I need time to be by myself to not think about anything. I have to have time to disconnect. You know, if you are a mom or parent of kids with special needs, you are plugged in 24/7. We don't sleep even when our eyes are closed. I'm not sure I every reach REM unless I know that I can count on my husband to be on watch so that I can turn off. It is easy to see how we develop such things as PTSD keeping this kind of schedule.
I have not been very good at developing a good support team for myself. I like to maintain this 'I can do it all' image. The thing is, I can't do it all. I have went into survival mode more than once during these last several weeks. I have dropped everything. Therapies, and all other appointments just to survive. This is exhausting. I'm not sure that I have articulated what my needs are to my family so that they can be a support to me during this time. God knows that I have tried. I have said everything except, "Get over here right now before I lose my sanity." The thing is during "crises" mode if all that you have at the end is your dignity, then by all means keep your dignity. Bahaha!
I laugh it off, but in times like these I do turn to God and trust him more than ever before. He has been the constant. When you can't trust anyone else, even your family, you can trust God. His strength is perfect. There is a song that I have played over and over during this time in my life. I'll leave the link here https://youtu.be/pSUu3H3rFQQ This song is sang by the Indiana Bible College, "Lord, I am broken. My life is in pieces, but your strength is perfect in all of my weakness." These are just a few of the words. It has really been a great source of strength for me. The words, the repetition of the name of Jesus was such a great reminder to me. He is my best friend. When no one shows up, God always will show up. All we have to do is call on his name. The strength that I have found during this time in my life will be a constant reminder that when my strength is gone, I can always count on God for his strength to get me through. I will look back even with this being one of the most difficult times in my life and say that I was truly blessed. God came through for me.
Maybe next time we will talk about what survival mode looks like. I might share a few pics as proof of the disaster that is my house right now. Oh my... maybe not. Remember I still have my dignity to protect. My dignity and my silly pride. Shaking my head (SMH)
I hope that you all get what you need out of your weekends. Get some rest. Enjoy some time to just unplug. Just breathe...
Praying for you mom. Hang in there.
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM
On the weekends my husband comes home to spend it with us. The weekends are just not long enough. It's not enough time to catch up on sleep that I have not got all week, spend meaningful time with my husband, and take time for me. I need time to be by myself to not think about anything. I have to have time to disconnect. You know, if you are a mom or parent of kids with special needs, you are plugged in 24/7. We don't sleep even when our eyes are closed. I'm not sure I every reach REM unless I know that I can count on my husband to be on watch so that I can turn off. It is easy to see how we develop such things as PTSD keeping this kind of schedule.
I have not been very good at developing a good support team for myself. I like to maintain this 'I can do it all' image. The thing is, I can't do it all. I have went into survival mode more than once during these last several weeks. I have dropped everything. Therapies, and all other appointments just to survive. This is exhausting. I'm not sure that I have articulated what my needs are to my family so that they can be a support to me during this time. God knows that I have tried. I have said everything except, "Get over here right now before I lose my sanity." The thing is during "crises" mode if all that you have at the end is your dignity, then by all means keep your dignity. Bahaha!
I laugh it off, but in times like these I do turn to God and trust him more than ever before. He has been the constant. When you can't trust anyone else, even your family, you can trust God. His strength is perfect. There is a song that I have played over and over during this time in my life. I'll leave the link here https://youtu.be/pSUu3H3rFQQ This song is sang by the Indiana Bible College, "Lord, I am broken. My life is in pieces, but your strength is perfect in all of my weakness." These are just a few of the words. It has really been a great source of strength for me. The words, the repetition of the name of Jesus was such a great reminder to me. He is my best friend. When no one shows up, God always will show up. All we have to do is call on his name. The strength that I have found during this time in my life will be a constant reminder that when my strength is gone, I can always count on God for his strength to get me through. I will look back even with this being one of the most difficult times in my life and say that I was truly blessed. God came through for me.
Maybe next time we will talk about what survival mode looks like. I might share a few pics as proof of the disaster that is my house right now. Oh my... maybe not. Remember I still have my dignity to protect. My dignity and my silly pride. Shaking my head (SMH)
I hope that you all get what you need out of your weekends. Get some rest. Enjoy some time to just unplug. Just breathe...
Praying for you mom. Hang in there.
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM
Thursday, August 11, 2016
I Pledge Allegiance
School is starting next week in our home. Not a whole lot will change from our daily routine because really, we do school year round. I am always trying to engage my children in some type of learning all year round. It works best with our need for "sameness" and gives us a consistency that helps my children thrive.
These are two of the three pledges that we do as apart of our morning routine. It may seem silly to quote the pledges as apart of a home education, but its a simple tradition that I wanted to give my children. My poster with the America pledge on it got damaged so I've got to get a new one before next Monday. My kids look forward to doing the pledge. When we first started this last year, I would have to hold both my kids hands over their heart as I would say the pledge. Talking about awkward!! But I kept with it and both kids now will place their hands over their heart for the pledges by themselves. It is really cute to watch them.
The Bible Pledge goes like this:
"I pledge allegiance to the Bible, God's holy word.
I will make it a lamp unto my path and
will hide it's words in my heart that I might not sin against God."
The Christian Flag Pledge goes like this:
"I pledge allegiance to the Christian flag, and to the
Savior for whose Kingdom it stands,
one Savior, crucified, risen, and
coming again, with life and liberty to all who believe."
Part of our morning routine is our morning chores. Josh, my oldest, loves to work. He is really a determined little worker in our house. He is usually up before anyone vacuuming his room and living area. This wakes us all up usually before the alarm would go off. We don't typically set an alarm. We never know how sleep is going to happen at night. This is such a great perk for us. Sleep has always been hit and miss. So this works out great.
Learning happens in so many shapes and forms. This is Izzy tall kneeling, which is great, doing some drawing. She started out writing her name then moved on. I am so thankful to witness these joyous moments with my kids.
The last thing I want to share in this scattered post is our daily schedule. It is right by our clock and like the calendar, it really helps me and the kids stay on task. I would probably forget to feed the kids if I didn't have these posted throughout the house. :O)
Let me know how you do your home education. I'd love to read how you all do school at home with your kids. What are your goals for this school year?
Hope you enjoyed a little glimpse into our little world.
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
Day 31: Prayer Journey for the New School Year.
We set out on this journey 31 days ago. So much has been going on here at home. I'm really surprised that I was able to get through this without too many glitches. I am really glad this is the last day. It is a commitment to post once a day and the planning that goes on is a commitment as well. That is why this is a journey right? Thank you to everyone that has joined me on this journey. I pray it has benefited you as much as it has me.
Today's verse is 2 Corinthians 4: 16-18
"For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day.
17. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;
18. While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen; for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal."
Today's verse is 2 Corinthians 4: 16-18
"For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day.
17. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;
18. While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen; for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal."
Dear Lord,
This year is exciting and new. There will be new challenges and new victories. Help us Lord to not get so caught up in life that we fail to work on the things that can' t be seen by man. Help us work even more diligently for Godly character. Help our daily desires to be focused on you Lord. Guide our home, and guide our hearts.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
Have a great school year! Good luck moms. Stock up on coffee.
Check out my blog for more stories and resources. You are apart of the family now. :O)
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM
Tuesday, August 9, 2016
Day 30: Prayer Journey for the New School Year.
Good morning! Welcome to day 30! I'm so excited that we have made this journey together. I have enjoyed taking this journey. I believe our kids are going to see many victories this year because of our investments made these past several days.
Today's verse is Deuteronomy 31:6 KJV
"Be strong and of good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee."
Dear Lord,
I pray your hand of protection on every family going into this school year. Help us to all be strong and of good courage to do what is right.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM
Today's verse is Deuteronomy 31:6 KJV
"Be strong and of good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee."
Dear Lord,
I pray your hand of protection on every family going into this school year. Help us to all be strong and of good courage to do what is right.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM
Monday, August 8, 2016
Day 29: Prayer Journey for the New School Year.
Hello! It's Monday again! :O) Monday's are rough, so here is your to do list. First, get your coffee and take a few sips. 2. Grab your bible 3. Prayer journal 4. now go to your spot where you pray.
It's Day 29! Our verse for today is Ephesians 3:20
"Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,"
I chuckled a little bit here. This couldn't be a more perfect verse for our Monday blues. :0) God is always provided me with the strength that I needed on my especially hard days. I am so thankful that God can provide us with the little things that we fail sometimes to even ask him for.
Dear Lord,
Thank you for being present and answering our needs that are even so small that we don't even think of to ask you for. We know you are there for our kids. You are working in us. I praise you Lord for being that kind of friend.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom
It's Day 29! Our verse for today is Ephesians 3:20
"Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,"
I chuckled a little bit here. This couldn't be a more perfect verse for our Monday blues. :0) God is always provided me with the strength that I needed on my especially hard days. I am so thankful that God can provide us with the little things that we fail sometimes to even ask him for.
Dear Lord,
Thank you for being present and answering our needs that are even so small that we don't even think of to ask you for. We know you are there for our kids. You are working in us. I praise you Lord for being that kind of friend.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom
Sunday, August 7, 2016
Day 28: Prayer Journey for the New School Year
Good Morning! GOOD MORNING!! GooooD MORNING!!! It's Sunday! It's a church day for us so I'll make this one short for all of us. Rushing around to get our families ready.
Day 28's verse is Philippians 4:19
"But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus."
I love this verse! For our homeschool families living on one income, we pray this verse in our sleep. lol! We know that God will supply for all our needs. We put our trust in him.
My prayer:
Dear Lord,
I have prayed this verse many times when our finances got tight and we did not know what we were going to do or how we were going to make. I've also prayed this verse Lord when I did not know how I was going to teach my children a particular subject or lesson. You have always provided. Go with us this school year, like in all the previous school years and be with us. Provide for the needs of every family. Give wisdom to the teachers and staff working with our kids as well as the momas at home teaching their kids at home.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM
Day 28's verse is Philippians 4:19
"But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus."
I love this verse! For our homeschool families living on one income, we pray this verse in our sleep. lol! We know that God will supply for all our needs. We put our trust in him.
My prayer:
Dear Lord,
I have prayed this verse many times when our finances got tight and we did not know what we were going to do or how we were going to make. I've also prayed this verse Lord when I did not know how I was going to teach my children a particular subject or lesson. You have always provided. Go with us this school year, like in all the previous school years and be with us. Provide for the needs of every family. Give wisdom to the teachers and staff working with our kids as well as the momas at home teaching their kids at home.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM
Saturday, August 6, 2016
Day 27: Prayer Journey for the New School Year
Good Morning! Saturdays always call for coffee. Well, everyday really. Especially true for Autism moms out there. I remember a time years ago when Saturday mornings were for sleeping in late. It was awesome!!! The memory is so faint that it brings tears to my eyes. :(
Well moving on... Today is Day 27 of our prayer journey. If you are just starting and would like to start on day one feel free to go to the website at www.thatautismmom.com and access the 31 day prayer journey. Each day has it's own special tab click on the day that you wish to go to and your there! Yay!!
Today's verse is Proverbs 9:9.
" Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning."
NIV: "Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be still wiser; teach a righteous man, and he will increase in learning."
Dear Lord,
I want to raise kids who have a thirst for learning. I want them to enjoy the process of learning and the adventure of it all. Lord, help me to nurture their interest and encourage their love for discovery.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
See you back here tomorrow for Day 28!
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM
Well moving on... Today is Day 27 of our prayer journey. If you are just starting and would like to start on day one feel free to go to the website at www.thatautismmom.com and access the 31 day prayer journey. Each day has it's own special tab click on the day that you wish to go to and your there! Yay!!
Today's verse is Proverbs 9:9.
" Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning."
NIV: "Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be still wiser; teach a righteous man, and he will increase in learning."
I want to raise kids who have a thirst for learning. I want them to enjoy the process of learning and the adventure of it all. Lord, help me to nurture their interest and encourage their love for discovery.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
See you back here tomorrow for Day 28!
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM
Friday, August 5, 2016
Day 26: Prayer Journey for the New School Year.
Hello! Good Morning! Today is Friday!!!! I am really looking forward to the weekend. My husband has been working out of State and I haven't seen him all week. He is coming home and we will throw a party!! He!he!!
Okay so todays verse is in Psalms. My favorite book. Psalms 119:66
"Teach me good judgment and knowledge: for I have believed thy commandments."
Here is the thing, We have to teach our children what is good behavior and what is not. On the other hand, parents, this is not easy for any of us. I believe that no matter how hard it is, it still has to be taught. So as we go about our days and passing instruction to our children let's pray this verse for them. That as we teach them they begin to believe and apply what is right in their own lives.
Dear Lord,
I pray that my children fall in love with your word. I also pray that they apply its truths in their lives. As we go about each day help us as parents have the patience and the strength to teach what is right to our children. Lord, this is parenting thing is not for wimps. Lord, help me not be a wimp. :)
In Jesus Name. Amen.
See you back here tomorrow for day 27!!
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM
Okay so todays verse is in Psalms. My favorite book. Psalms 119:66
"Teach me good judgment and knowledge: for I have believed thy commandments."
Here is the thing, We have to teach our children what is good behavior and what is not. On the other hand, parents, this is not easy for any of us. I believe that no matter how hard it is, it still has to be taught. So as we go about our days and passing instruction to our children let's pray this verse for them. That as we teach them they begin to believe and apply what is right in their own lives.
Dear Lord,
I pray that my children fall in love with your word. I also pray that they apply its truths in their lives. As we go about each day help us as parents have the patience and the strength to teach what is right to our children. Lord, this is parenting thing is not for wimps. Lord, help me not be a wimp. :)
In Jesus Name. Amen.
See you back here tomorrow for day 27!!
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM
Thursday, August 4, 2016
Day 25: Prayer Journey for the New School Year
Hello and good morning. Do you have your coffee in hand? I have mine ready to go. Today is day 25! We have a little less than a week to go. I'm excited about nearing the end. I is a definite commitment to do a daily post like this. However, I feel like this is totally worth it.
So today's verse is Ephesians 6: 11-18 I really like this verse too. The whole armor of God is important to live a Christian life.
Here is the verse:
"Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
12. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
13.Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.
14. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness;
15. And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;
16. Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.
17. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God:
18. Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;
Help us to teach our kids what they need to be successful. What ever they set their heart to do, I want them to do it as unto you. I want them to know how to put on the whole armor of God. I want them to know what each piece represented and why it is important for them. I am training my kids for the world that they will soon be on their own in. I want to prepare them for the day that I will launch them like arrows into this world. So that they will be able to live the way that would be pleasing to you.
So today's verse is Ephesians 6: 11-18 I really like this verse too. The whole armor of God is important to live a Christian life.
Here is the verse:
"Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
12. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
13.Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.
14. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness;
15. And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;
16. Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.
17. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God:
18. Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;
Dear Lord,
In Jesus Name. Amen.
I look forward to seeing you all back here tomorrow for day 26!!
See you soon!
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
Day 24: Prayer Journey for the New School Year.
Good Morning friends! Let's get started with day 24! I'm really excited about our verse for today.
Galatians 5: 22-23
"22. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,
23. Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. "
This is another verse that I print off and hang around the house as a reminder about how we are supposed to act. It's a reminder for the kids as well as a reminder for me. :O)
Galatians 5: 22-23
"22. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,
23. Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. "
This is another verse that I print off and hang around the house as a reminder about how we are supposed to act. It's a reminder for the kids as well as a reminder for me. :O)
Dear Lord,
Help us to daily take inventory of the type of fruit we are displaying. Not only for others, but for those that are closest to us. Help me Lord to teach these values to my children on a daily bases, not only by word, but by my actions.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
I'll see you back here tomorrow for day 25.
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Day 23: Prayer Journey for the new school year!!
Good Morning and welcome to day 23 of our prayer journey.
Today's verse is Jeremiah 29:11: "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end."
Today's verse is Jeremiah 29:11: "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end."
God has amazing plans for our kids. He wants them to do good. God wants them to be great. God desires our kids to find their purpose.
Dear Lord,
Throughout this year and the years to come. Help us to find our kids interest and help our kids develop purpose around those interest. As we teach our kids, help us lead them to you.
I know that you Lord have great plans for our children. As we go about our year help us to show our children the plans you have for them.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
See you back here tomorrow for day 24.
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM
Monday, August 1, 2016
Day 22: Prayer Journey for the New School Year.
Good morning!! How are you all doing? Today is the first day of August. Many students will be starting back to school soon. I am so thankful that we have invested this time in prayer. Preparing for the new school year has been the single most important part of preparation for this upcoming year. Let's get this Monday started off right.
Our verse for today is Philippians 4:13
"I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me."
My prayer for today is...
Dear Lord,
I want to push my kids to accomplish as much as they possibly can within this school year. I have established my goals for this year for them. There are going to be days that they are going to feel like they just won't be able to get through it. I want them to know that they can do all things with the strength that you provide. There are also going to be days that I need to remember this truth as well. We long for you to be with us each and every day.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
See you back here tomorrow for Day 23!!
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom.
Our verse for today is Philippians 4:13
"I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me."
My prayer for today is...
Dear Lord,
I want to push my kids to accomplish as much as they possibly can within this school year. I have established my goals for this year for them. There are going to be days that they are going to feel like they just won't be able to get through it. I want them to know that they can do all things with the strength that you provide. There are also going to be days that I need to remember this truth as well. We long for you to be with us each and every day.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
See you back here tomorrow for Day 23!!
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom.
Sunday, July 31, 2016
Day 21: Prayer Journey for the New School Year
Happy Sunday Morning to you all. I'll make this one quick. We are busy getting everyone ready for church. It gets a little crazy around here.
Day 21's verse is found in Proverbs 23: 12
"Apply thine heart unto instruction, and thine ears to the words of knowledge."
My prayer for today is...
Dear Lord,
When I'm having a heard time getting my kids attention and we are struggling to get through the days lessons, help me to remember this verse for my kids. This is such great wisdom. They have so much to learn and to experience. Help their hearts be pliable for instruction.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
See you all tomorrow for day 22. Don't be late for church.
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM
Day 21's verse is found in Proverbs 23: 12
"Apply thine heart unto instruction, and thine ears to the words of knowledge."
My prayer for today is...
Dear Lord,
When I'm having a heard time getting my kids attention and we are struggling to get through the days lessons, help me to remember this verse for my kids. This is such great wisdom. They have so much to learn and to experience. Help their hearts be pliable for instruction.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
See you all tomorrow for day 22. Don't be late for church.
Saturday, July 30, 2016
Day 20: Prayer Journey for the New School Year
Good Morning! I hope you all have great plans for your weekend. I know that I do. I'm enjoying some time with my husband. He has been out of state working and we are missing him like crazy.
Let's get started with our day 20 in the prayer journey that we are taking together.
Today's verse is Psalms 34:17
"The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles."
I want my kids to know that in any situation that they go through that they can turn to God and God will be there for them.
Dear Lord,
In this year help me to teach my kids to trust in you. They can bring everything to you in prayer. They are never alone. They have you. They can count on you.
In Jesus name. Amen.
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom
Let's get started with our day 20 in the prayer journey that we are taking together.
Today's verse is Psalms 34:17
"The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles."
I want my kids to know that in any situation that they go through that they can turn to God and God will be there for them.
Dear Lord,
In this year help me to teach my kids to trust in you. They can bring everything to you in prayer. They are never alone. They have you. They can count on you.
In Jesus name. Amen.
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom
Friday, July 29, 2016
Day 19: Prayer Journey for the New School Year
Hey! Good Morning! It's Friday! I'm looking forward to the weekend. Today is day 19 and we are nearing the end of our prayer journey for our new school year. Hang in there.
Today's bible verse is 1 Corinthians 13: 1-13 This is a good one. We all could probably be better at showing love.
"1. Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or tinkling cymbal.
2. And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, and have not charity, I am nothing.
3.And though I bestow all my goods to feed the poor, and though I give my body to be burned, and have not charity, it profiteth me nothing.
4. Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not, charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up,
5. Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh not evil;
6. Rejoiceth not iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth;
7. Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.
8. Charity is never faileth: but whether there be prophecies, they shall fail; whether there be tongues, they shall cease; whether there be knowledge, it shall vanish away.
9. For we know in part, and we prophesy in part.
10.But when that which is perfect is come, then that which is in part shall be done away.
11. When I was a child, I spake as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things.
12. For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known.
13. And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity. "
Today I'm going to really think on this passage of scripture. I may print it and post it around the house as I work. Charity (love) is something that we can pass on to our children by our example.
My Prayer for today.
Dear Lord,
Not just in my school life, but in my everyday life I desire to be charitable. I want to show my kids your perfect love through example. I could talk all day about how to love, but if I don't example love in everyday life I will fall short.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM.
Today's bible verse is 1 Corinthians 13: 1-13 This is a good one. We all could probably be better at showing love.
"1. Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or tinkling cymbal.
2. And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, and have not charity, I am nothing.
3.And though I bestow all my goods to feed the poor, and though I give my body to be burned, and have not charity, it profiteth me nothing.
4. Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not, charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up,
5. Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh not evil;
6. Rejoiceth not iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth;
7. Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.
8. Charity is never faileth: but whether there be prophecies, they shall fail; whether there be tongues, they shall cease; whether there be knowledge, it shall vanish away.
9. For we know in part, and we prophesy in part.
10.But when that which is perfect is come, then that which is in part shall be done away.
11. When I was a child, I spake as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things.
12. For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known.
13. And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity. "
Today I'm going to really think on this passage of scripture. I may print it and post it around the house as I work. Charity (love) is something that we can pass on to our children by our example.
My Prayer for today.
Dear Lord,
Not just in my school life, but in my everyday life I desire to be charitable. I want to show my kids your perfect love through example. I could talk all day about how to love, but if I don't example love in everyday life I will fall short.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
Shelli Allen, That Autism MOM.
Thursday, July 28, 2016
Day 18: Prayer Journey for the New School Year
Welcome back to day 18!! Do you have your coffee in hand? Let's get started!
Our verse for today is Romans 12:2.
"And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God."
It is so easy for our kids to get caught up in what everyone else is doing. They forget that they were created for a specific purpose that only they can fulfill. They are perfect just the way that they are. God wants to transform them daily to fulfill His perfect will for their lives.
Dear God,
Each and everyday help me as I guide my children to be what you want them to be. Help me to be a voice of reason for them when they feel like they might not be good enough or if they are persuaded to do things that are not your will. I pray that you will lead each of our hearts to be all that you want us to be for you.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
See you all back here tomorrow for Day 19 of our Back to School prayer journey.
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom
Our verse for today is Romans 12:2.
"And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God."
It is so easy for our kids to get caught up in what everyone else is doing. They forget that they were created for a specific purpose that only they can fulfill. They are perfect just the way that they are. God wants to transform them daily to fulfill His perfect will for their lives.
Dear God,
Each and everyday help me as I guide my children to be what you want them to be. Help me to be a voice of reason for them when they feel like they might not be good enough or if they are persuaded to do things that are not your will. I pray that you will lead each of our hearts to be all that you want us to be for you.
In Jesus Name. Amen.
See you all back here tomorrow for Day 19 of our Back to School prayer journey.
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom
Wednesday, July 27, 2016
Day 17: Prayer Journey for the new school year
Good Morning. I hope that you are being able to keep up. If not you can certainly start where ever you are and go from there. Prayer is such a great and powerful tool to put into use for everyday life. We are praying over every day of the future school year for our children. I hope that you make this your own. Prayer your own personal prayers and apply these verses in a way that is meaningful to you.
Today's verse is from Exodus 20: 1-15 (Quotes are taken from the KJV bible.)
1. "And God spake these words, saying,
2. I am the Lord thy God, which have brought thee out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage;
3. Thou shalt have not other gods before me.
4. Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth.
5. Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, not serve them: for I the Lord thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me;
6. And shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me, and keep my commandments.
7. Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain; for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.
8. Remember the sabbath day, and to keep it holy.
9. Six days shalt thou labour, and do all thy work:
10. But the seventh day is the sabbath of the Lord thy God: in it thou shalt not do any work, thou, not thy son, not thy daughter, they manservant, nor thy maidservant, not thy cattle, nor thy stranger that is within thy gates:
11. For in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that in them is, and rested the seventh day: wherefore the Lord blessed the sabbath day, and hallow it.
12. Honor thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee.
13. Thou shalt not kill.
14. Thou shalt not committ adultery.
15. Thou shalt not steal.
16. Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour's house , thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, not his maidservants, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy neighbour's."
The 10 Commandments. I have the 10 Commandments printed out and posted throughout the house. I like to just quote them to my kids from time to time along with Deuteronomy 6:4 These were the laws that God gave to the children of Israel to follow. This is one of those land marks that I want to pass on to my kids.
My prayer for today:
Dear Lord,
I want my children to learn to follow your laws. It is my desire to teach them what is right from what is wrong. I daily try to teach them about obedience. I want them to know how to love people the way that you love people. I want them to know how to live out their live in a way that is pleasing to you.
IN Jesus name.
Amen.
Thank you for joining me today. Tomorrow we will meet back here for Day 17 in our prayer journey for the new school year.
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom.
Today's verse is from Exodus 20: 1-15 (Quotes are taken from the KJV bible.)
1. "And God spake these words, saying,
2. I am the Lord thy God, which have brought thee out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage;
3. Thou shalt have not other gods before me.
4. Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth.
5. Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, not serve them: for I the Lord thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me;
6. And shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me, and keep my commandments.
7. Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain; for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.
8. Remember the sabbath day, and to keep it holy.
9. Six days shalt thou labour, and do all thy work:
10. But the seventh day is the sabbath of the Lord thy God: in it thou shalt not do any work, thou, not thy son, not thy daughter, they manservant, nor thy maidservant, not thy cattle, nor thy stranger that is within thy gates:
11. For in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that in them is, and rested the seventh day: wherefore the Lord blessed the sabbath day, and hallow it.
12. Honor thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee.
13. Thou shalt not kill.
14. Thou shalt not committ adultery.
15. Thou shalt not steal.
16. Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour's house , thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, not his maidservants, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy neighbour's."
The 10 Commandments. I have the 10 Commandments printed out and posted throughout the house. I like to just quote them to my kids from time to time along with Deuteronomy 6:4 These were the laws that God gave to the children of Israel to follow. This is one of those land marks that I want to pass on to my kids.
My prayer for today:
Dear Lord,
I want my children to learn to follow your laws. It is my desire to teach them what is right from what is wrong. I daily try to teach them about obedience. I want them to know how to love people the way that you love people. I want them to know how to live out their live in a way that is pleasing to you.
IN Jesus name.
Amen.
Thank you for joining me today. Tomorrow we will meet back here for Day 17 in our prayer journey for the new school year.
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom.
Tuesday, July 26, 2016
Day 16: Prayer Journey for the new school Year
Good Morning!! It is Day 16 of our Prayer journey. Thank you for joining us. If you are just joining us and would like to start with day 1, then I encourage you to do so. You can find each day by going to http://thatautismmom.blogspot.com/2016/07/day12-prayer-journey.html.This is a prayer journey to help us get ready for the new school year. I like to pray a blanket of prayer over my entire school year before it gets started. It is something that I do every year to get me organized and prepared for the year challenges and for its successes. I have paved the path of success before we even get started. You don't have to be homeschooling to make this journey work for you. Just tailor it to fit your needs. So Let's get started with Day 16.
Today's Verse is Psalms 40:9-10
" I have preached righteousness in the great congregation; lo, I have not refrained my lips, O Lord, thou knowest.
10. I have not hid thy righteousness within my heart; I have declared thy faithfulness and thy salvation: I have not concealed thy loveingkindness and thy truth from the great congregation. "
The NIV says it like this, which may be easier to understand for most.
" I proclaim your saving acts in the great assembly; I do not seal my lips, Lord, as you know. I do not hid your righteousness in my heart; I speak of your faithfulness and your saving help. I do not conceal you love and your faithfulness from the great assembly. "
We must never be ashamed to stand up for what we believe as Christians. We must speak truth from the word of God. We must teach our children to do the same. To hide the word of God in their hearts and live it out in their everyday lives. We practice this in our homes so that we they leave our homes they are able to stand up on their own two feet.
Today I pray...
Lord,
Help me to teach my children to not be ashamed of your loving grace in their lives. We must be able to talk about grace throughout all generation. Lord you are the hope that this world needs. Your love is what we need to share with our world. Help me Lord to daily teach this to my children.
In Jesus Name.
Amen
I'll see you again tomorrow for day 17!!
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom,
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Today's Verse is Psalms 40:9-10
" I have preached righteousness in the great congregation; lo, I have not refrained my lips, O Lord, thou knowest.
10. I have not hid thy righteousness within my heart; I have declared thy faithfulness and thy salvation: I have not concealed thy loveingkindness and thy truth from the great congregation. "
The NIV says it like this, which may be easier to understand for most.
" I proclaim your saving acts in the great assembly; I do not seal my lips, Lord, as you know. I do not hid your righteousness in my heart; I speak of your faithfulness and your saving help. I do not conceal you love and your faithfulness from the great assembly. "
We must never be ashamed to stand up for what we believe as Christians. We must speak truth from the word of God. We must teach our children to do the same. To hide the word of God in their hearts and live it out in their everyday lives. We practice this in our homes so that we they leave our homes they are able to stand up on their own two feet.
Today I pray...
Lord,
Help me to teach my children to not be ashamed of your loving grace in their lives. We must be able to talk about grace throughout all generation. Lord you are the hope that this world needs. Your love is what we need to share with our world. Help me Lord to daily teach this to my children.
In Jesus Name.
Amen
I'll see you again tomorrow for day 17!!
Shelli Allen, That Autism Mom,
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