I am writing this on my lunch break at home.
As I write I am praying a mother's heartfelt prayer for Brittany. She is trying out for Varsity and JV basketball today. Though she's been told in so many terms that she won't be put on Varsity, she was determine to go anyway against all odds and try out. Many of you parents out there know what that is like - to see your child go against all odds, risking themselves to disappointment and heartbreak. I admire the quiet strength and courage in her. I know the source of that strength and I am so thankful for a daugher who relies upon Him no matter the odds against her. It's a blessing to see how this determined young woman rises up when faced with what seems an impossible challenge.
I am trusting God right now, placing her in His very capable hands. After all, He is the one who knit her together to be the wonderful young lady she is - and I know He takes joy in watching her play. So as I sit and type I'm praying for my daughter - for her to have a heart of steel in facing odds that are against her, a heart that places her value in Christ and not in her basketball abilities. I'm praying for her to bring glory to Christ on the court, whether she makes varsity, plays JV, or sits the bench every single game. I'm praying for her to fix her eyes upon Jesus, knowing that He can help her overcome any odds she's up against in life. I'm praying that if she does make varsity, that she recognizes the One who put her there for His purpose. I am praying that no matter the outcome, her heart remains steadfast in the One who delights in her!
No matter what happen, my prayer is that, today especially, others see Christ shining through her!
In His Love, Cathy
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"No matter what happen, my prayer is that, today especially, others see Christ shining through her!" ... to which I say, LIKE MOTHER LIKE DAUGHTER--AMEN? Praying for her too.
Thank you, Donna! And she knows that she will definitely be on JV but she just wanted to give Varsity a shot. She was told that again today after Varsity practice-she was also told she was an excellent player. It's all in God's Hands:-)
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