Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.
2 Corinthians 7:10
We must help our children discern between godly sorrow (that which brings repentance) and worldly sorrow (that which leads to condemnation). Sorrow that is from the enemy is characterized by vague feelings of negativity, sometimes full of condemnation and/or shame. But sorrow from the Lord gives hope - the hope of redemption and forgiveness! We need to help our children discern these feelings in their hearts so that they can have a right perspective of God and be weary of the enemy at work to destroy. This is one of the reasons why forgiveness is such a crucial part of our children's acknowledgement of sin. Forgive with a smile and a hug, putting the past behind and moving forward with a clean slate!
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His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness. 1 Peter 1:3
Welcome to Encouraging Words for Moms, a site created by a heart convicted to glorify God. As a mother of two toddler boys, I am constantly reminded, in the sweet conviction of the Holy Spirit, that I am powerless to "bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord" (Ephesians 6:4) apart from Him.
I Peter 1:-3-4 tells us that "His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness" (emphasis mine). Together let's encourage one another in Christ on this wonderful journey called motherhood by drinking deep from His Word!
I Peter 1:-3-4 tells us that "His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness" (emphasis mine). Together let's encourage one another in Christ on this wonderful journey called motherhood by drinking deep from His Word!
