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Thursday, October 27, 2011
House Rules
It's not just my blog that's crazy. My house is crazy. My calendar is crazy. My life is crazy.
Five young children + traveling husband + homeschool + ministry in Africa + life in general = Abundance of craziness.
People ask me sometimes how I manage it all and I usually think... uh, I don't. Have you seen my house/children/life lately?
But I admit, I do have a few tricks up my sleeve.
Five young children + traveling husband + homeschool + ministry in Africa + life in general = Abundance of craziness.
People ask me sometimes how I manage it all and I usually think... uh, I don't. Have you seen my house/children/life lately?
But I admit, I do have a few tricks up my sleeve.
Some of you might remember that I got a little help from some Rockstar Moms a while back. I'm still so grateful for the guidance, wisdom and ideas from those precious ladies who have blazed the Big Family Trail before me.
We've also established some House Rules around this place. There are only five rules on our list – but they cover a litany of issues and offenses. And these five little rules tend to keep the craziness from turning into utter chaos.
At the risk of my reputation as a fun, free-thinking,
Africa-orphan loving philanthropist, I thought I’d share this list of our house rules with y’all tonight. I'll warn you in advance -- this list might make me sound a bit stick-in-the-mud-ish, but that’s ok. This is what
works for our family. We've also established some House Rules around this place. There are only five rules on our list – but they cover a litany of issues and offenses. And these five little rules tend to keep the craziness from turning into utter chaos.
Owens Family House
Rules
1.
The way we say something is as important as what
we say. We speak with kindness and gentleness. “A gentle answer turns away
wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” – Proverbs 15:1
2.
When we’re given instructions, we obey all the
way, right away and with joyful hearts. “Children, obey your parents in
everything, for this pleases the Lord.” – Colossians 3:20
3.
We show honor and respect for adults and for
other children. “Show proper respect for everyone.” 1 Peter 2:17
4.
We know that contentment is bliss. We give
thanks and we have grateful hearts. “Godliness with contentment is great gain.”
– 1 Timothy 6:6
5.
We value other people, and we value all people,
because they are all souls for whom Jesus died. “Do nothing out of selfish
ambition or vain conceit but in humility, consider others as more important
than yourselves.” – Philippians 2:3
Also, these rules apply to everyone in our home –
including our biological children, our adopted children and the adults. The
kids even have carte blanch to point out to me when I’m in violation of one of
them (which of course never, ever happens…).
There may not be much certainty or any guarantees in this
life. But upon God’s Word, we can stand firm and rejoice – for His word will
never return to us void.
“For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any
double-edged sword…”
– Hebrews 4:12
– Hebrews 4:12
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8 comments:
I love this! I have copied and printed these and plan to introduce my children (and Mum and Dad) to these new rules. We all need to be reminded!
Thank you!
Do you mind if I copy these and post them on the wall in our house?
Love this idea! Might just have to steal using scripture for family "rules". Thanks!
Brian and I have been talking about this very thing... I'll have to share this list with him. Thanks for sharing!
Oh I love this! Thanks for sharing!
Scripture is never "stick in the mud". It is LIFE! :) Love this!
Thank you for this!! I have recently been feeling like I needed rules for my family but wanted them to be biblically based. Your rules are perfect!
I have just re-posted on my blog and facebook'ed the advent conspiracy video. So thankful I stumbled upon this tonight. And your house rules. AWESOME. Thanks for sharing!
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