The children at CCC never cease to amaze me. Last night our lesson was on Peace (we’re working through the Fruits of the Spirit). The conversation was incredible! My kiddos’ definitions of peace:
-”Peace is what doesn’t go on in my house.”
-”Peace is when Mom and Dad yell at each other, but you know that it’s going to be ok and that God still loves you.”
-”Peace is that feeling like when you’re scared of a storm and you crawl up between Mom and Dad in bed, and it’s still storming but you know they’re gonna protect you.”
-”Peace is when bad people aren’t allowed to do bad things.”
-”Peace is not war.”
-”Peace is when you stop fighting. When soldiers don’t have to go to war. When you don’t hurt each other.”
-”Peace is when your house is quiet and still and you are just hangin out with your family.”
- My DEFINITION: Peace is knowing that your children are learning, growing, maturing, and have a deep understanding of God’s love. Last night brought me great peace!
“I have told you these things so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33
Cari, in my own life, I constantly pray for peace. I going to commit John 16:33 to memory.
Peace for me is knowing that CCC youth ministry leaders are there teaching the gospel to my children. You’re all wonderful!!!!
Thank you Shelly. I will start praying for peace for you too! In a career that must seem so chaotic all the time, peace I’m sure, is a precious commodity for you and John. Love you guys and love your children!