1 Corinthians 13

I am reading a book right now (actually second time to read it because it is so good!), A Mother's Heart by Jean Fleming, that wrote 1 Corinthians 13 from a mother's perspective. Since the subject of LOVE is on a lot of minds right now, I thought I would share it with you with some changes from my own experience...

1 Corinthians 13

If I read the best parenting book, attend the best seminar, and listen to the best mother's advice but do not love my family, I am nothing.
If I keep my home perfectly clean, decorate it to look like a spread from Southern Living, look like a super model, and cook gourmet, organic meals but do not love my family, I am nothing. 
If I disciple college students, teach a women's bible study, and pursue creative hobbies but do not love my family, I am nothing.

Love changes diapers, cleans up messes, and sings the same song over and over again.
Love is kind even when my child spills my coffee all over the floor.
Love is kind even when I am tired and frazzled.
Love is not jealous of others who have fewer children, more free time to pursue their own interest or family in town to help.
Love doesn't try to impress others with my abilities or knowledge as a mother and wife.
Love doesn't scream at the kids or disrespect my husband.
Love doesn't feel cheated because I didn't get to do what I wanted to do today...read, craft, take a nap, call a friend or exercise.
Love doesn't lose my temper easily.
Love doesn't assume the worst about my family even when they make mistakes.
Love doesn't rejoice when other children misbehave making my children look good. Love is genuinely happy when others to right.
Love bears even the worst temper tantrum, endures every sleepless night, and hopes for the most abundant and fruitful life for my family.

I pray that I can share this kind of love to my family today and forever! Lord please help me.


Happy Valentine's Day!