March 3, 2023

Raising children can be a challenging and often exhausting task. There are moments when they test our patience, push our buttons, and make us wonder if we're doing anything right. Yet, despite these difficulties, we find ourselves drawn to their goodness, cuteness, and innocence.

We feel an overwhelming sense of joy when we see them laugh and play, and our hearts are filled with love when they run to us for a hug or a kiss. These moments remind us that children are a gift from God, and that their goodness and beauty are a reflection of His own goodness and beauty.

This is because God made us to experience the beauty of parenthood, even in the midst of its challenges. The love that we feel for our children, and the happiness and joy that they bring into our lives, are reflections of God's love for us and His desire for us to experience the goodness, truth, and beauty of His creation.

Even when we struggle to understand their behavior or to discipline them appropriately, we know deep down that our children are meant to bring us joy and fulfillment. We were made to appreciate their innocence and purity, and to help guide them towards the Good, True, and Beautiful.

In these moments of challenge and difficulty, let us remember that God has given us this great privilege and responsibility of raising children. Let us strive to love them unconditionally, to guide them with wisdom and patience, and to always cherish their beauty and goodness as a reflection of the Father's love for us all.

God bless you and happy parenting!