It has been a ball of emotions over here in the Smith household. Last week we took one of our daughters back to college. And then one of our sons (who had been spending some restful time with us) went back to Michigan where he does full time ministry. And today? We dropped the baby off at college.
Yes, I’ve cried multiple times.
And also… I know that Jesus is with my kids. That He loves my kids more than I do.
On a walk around our neighborhood, Jesus told me it was okay to be sad, but also He reminded me not to focus on the loss. Not to worry about what I’ll miss. Being sad is natural and missing them is too. But, Jesus told me I could feel those feelings, and also focus on the goodness He has for me in this season.
I’m guessing that applies to you, too. That Jesus doesn’t want you to focus on the loss, on what you’ll miss, that it’s okay to feel the feelings, but at the same time Jesus wants you to focus on what He has for you today. Because He promises that surely His goodness and love will follow you ALL of your days–including this one, and tomorrow, and the next one after that (Psalm 23:6). And when we focus on His goodness—it changes everything!
So…I’m allowing myself to miss my kids, to shed a few tears, and also I’m super excited for a new chapter in my life. More on that SOON! Can’t wait to share.
What’s something good you can focus on today?
Praying you can shift your focus from what you miss or lack to the goodness Jesus has for you. xo, Laura
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This post was literally on time!!! What a great God we serve who truly cares and loves us. Thank you and I will be praying for you as well.
Leaving those kiddos off at college is always hard! I cried most of the way home from Tallahassee, and all of the way home from Oxford. But, both my kids did great! They learned new things, they grew, they still came home. I still cry when I leave them some four decades later. Only because I will miss them. They have great lives which makes me very happy!!!