Just a thought or two, maybe more...

I started this blog to share with other moms out there that life is not what you read or see on the social websites and not even what people act, say, or do in public. God wants more for us than the feeling of failure, guilt, and shame. So why do I feel like a failure for not getting a blog post up this week? Because I am letting what I have read online about and others expectations to run this blog instead of what God wants it to be. I have let wicked thoughts run through my brain all week... How are you supposed to help people if you cant post anything? No one will ever read your blog anyway so just give up now. You didn't finish high school, you aren't smart enough for this. On top of that my precious baby is going through a jealous phase. Its cute and annoying all at the same time. Anything that takes mommies attention away from him is not aloud, especially the computer.
So whats my point? Why am I telling you all this? I'm not completely sure to be honest. Maybe so you know that you are not alone in feelings of failure and guilt. That we all have to battle wicked thoughts, and they are wicked because they sure don't come from God. Perhaps I just want you to know that I am still here... Or maybe to show you its ok to not be perfect and its ok to let others in on that.. trust me they have their suspicions that you aren't perfect anyway ;)  Or maybe its for me seeing as I already feel lighter after sharing with you. My guilt has been lifted. Happy breaths  - confession is good for the soul. Now that I think about it we are supposed to share our weakness and sins with others. According to James 5:16, Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you will be healed. Satan has us so wrapped up in perfection, that we forget the freedom of sharing our imperfections. So mommies lets share our imperfectness instead of hiding it away. Chances are you are not alone. We are set free from the guilt and the shame of our perceived failings! Claim it right now ladies! His grace is enough!

Love,
Ashley Brewer