Bringing Our Excuses to God

When you receive the Holy Spirit, He will give you boldness and courage.

Acts 4:31

“Mom, I want you to homeschool me,” replied my daughter. I could not help but laugh at that comment. The idea of me homeschooling my kids was a hilarious thought, at least that it was I told myself. However, my daughter was very serious about her comment. I knew my only response was to pray about it. When God made it very clear homeschooling was what I was supposed to do, I felt completely unqualified for the task. I struggled in school academically, how in the world could I teach my own? I started bringing all kinds of excuses to God.

God showed me over and over through His Word that He would be with me.

When Moses was called by God through the burning bush, to rescue His people from Egypt. Moses’ first response was an excuse.”Pardon your servant Lord… I am slow of speech and tongue” (Exodus 4:10”.

When the Lord spoke to Gideon, calling him a Mighty Warrior and explained the task He had prepared for him. Gideon’s response was “Pardon me, my lord, but how can I save Israel? My class is the weakest in Manasseh and I am the least in my family” (Judges 6:10).

What is your excuse?

- “I can’t speak in public?”

- “I am too young to do this task?”

- “I am insignificant compared to what You are asking me to do?”

God reminds us around 365 times in His Word: Not to be Afraid or Do Not Fear.

I am excited to say that I have been homeschooling my girls for 12 years and the passion and commitment to follow His plan was more rewarding than I could have ever imagined.

Thank You God for giving us peace through the Holy Spirit so that we can accomplish the task You have planned for us to do.

Charity O