At the beginning of one of our foster care training sessions we were given pieces of paper, markers, and simple instructions: Fold the paper lengthwise, write your name on one side, and draw pictures that represent things in your life that are important to you. There are several key factors to keep in mind here:
More importantly, what would others draw on our papers if this were an interactive exercise? Based on the interactions that people have with us—what we say, our priorities, how we act, how we treat others—what images would show up? Would they be the same as what we would draw? Would they be better or *gasp* worse? I have little doubt they might guess that I love being a dog mom or that William would gladly take a hike through the mountains any chance he got. But would they draw our hearts for children? Would they draw my desire to disciple youth? Would they draw William teaching young men as they work alongside him? If we worry that perhaps the artistic expression of our lives would not mirror the desires of our heart, it might be time for adjustments and a cleansing of the canvas. "And I will show you my faith by my works." James 2:19 xoxo Kirsten's "artwork": Biblical community/ discipleship; dog mom, love the river, foodie, love to love & be loved; Christian sorority PBX; love language is receiving gifts; like to read & write; our home where we are able to host events & love on others William's "artwork": Christ; family/home; pizza; Callie Faye; (completed) work; sleep; working in the shop (woodworking); cycling; marriage; mountains/nature
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