I’ve been saving back all the great verses on being a parent till you were one. That’s now! Isn’t it wonderful, Annie! Isn’t he wonderful! Isn’t He wonderful! Through the years, as I wrestled with how to be a good parent, I hung on to two main scriptures — both of them promises, for me.

The first is from Isaiah 40:11. He shall feed His flock like a shepherd (Are you singing?!): He shall gather the lambs with His arm, and carry them in His bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young.

I’ve got a lump in my throat as I think about how faithful He’s been to lead me, and how gentle He’s been. When I’ve asked for help, reminding Him of this promise, I can’t remember when He has ever failed to help.