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Abba Father

ABBA FATHER IS EASY TO TALK TO

When my son was growing up I tried to be available when he needed to talk. Sometimes, this meant rearranging my schedule, giving up something I wanted to do, or having to work later hours to finish a project.

I made choices in order to devote time every day to not only meet his needs (laundry, food, etc.), but to also have quality personal time with him. There was always time for Bible study and prayer. It was scheduled in. There was always time after a day at school for a big smile, a hug, and the question, "How was school today? Tell me what happened." Even with my son in college there is still time for the same hug and time to discuss his classes and assignments. He usually wants to tell me about his experiences before he even puts his books away. He is secure with me, his parent.

My son seeks my advice because he has grown to respect my counsel through the years. He has seen the good results from wise decisions that follow a "talk" session. He knows I want to hear about what he is doing and what questions he may have.

Growing up there were times when my son needed to know certain things. It did not matter what it was, he knew he could discuss it comfortably with me.

Because my son and I are comfortable with each other we can even play games and have fun together. When my son was younger I remember teaching him "chess" and he sharing his skateboard with me. Even though the times and types of games have changed, we still have time to laugh together over funny things.

When listening to my son I try not to make him feel threatened even if I disagree with his choices. Instead, I ask him questions, such as, "Have you thought about….?"

I may even just be quiet and pray. I let him feel important in decision making. I tell him I know he will make a wise decision.

I don't like to see my son discouraged or feeling defeated. I immediately begin to speak encouraging words.

As a parent, I know when my son wants to talk and when he does not. I know even by the tone of his voice if something has hurt him, even if he says he is "fine".

Dear Abba Father,

Thanks for being a "good" listener. You always have time for me. You never tell me to "come back later" because You are busy.

Thank You for understanding when I do not even have the right words to express what is happening in my life.

Sometimes, I do not have any an idea what to do in a particular situation.

You just quietly wait for me to admit I do not know what to do, so that You can give me instruction.

Thank You for encouraging me to talk with You. Even when I am hurt You understand my silence. My very thoughts are not hidden from You.

How awesome You are!

Thanks In Jesus' Name.

I love You.

Your child.