I Will Lift Up MIne Eyes

I’m considering wearing an apron.

About a year ago a lady told me that her mom, who had twelve children, always wore an apron. When she needed time alone she would just throw her apron up over her head and cry out to God.

Today I needed some extra quiet time alone. The children getting insufficient naps this afternoon needed extra supervision. So I brought my Bible down to the living room and read and cried and prayed in the midst of the “storm” of play and chatter. I thought of this Godly lady and wished a bit for an apron to hide the signs of tears, for privacy in my talk with God.

I remember seeing my Mom reading her Bible in the living room. I like to see Japheth with his Bible too. I love to watch him pray and commune with His Friend! There is a certain sense of security in knowing that those you love, those who are leading you enjoy spending time with God and have their heart in tune with Him.

I decided that it was alright after all. I do want my children to see where I draw my strength from. I want them to see me in communion with my Lord. I want them to feel secure in my relationship with Jesus! Can I give them this “gift”?


“I will lift up my mine eyes unto the hills – From whence cometh my help. MY HELP COMETH FROM THE LORD WHICH MADE HEAVEN AND EARTH . . .” Psalm 121:1

“Being brave doesn’t mean there aren’t any tears . . . it’s going on in the midst of them.”