Motherhood Conference, Part 1

Motherhood Conference
Ames
February 1-2
Reflections from the first 2 sessions

What do I most remember from last night's sessions?

1. Priorities: 1) relationship with the Lord 2) relationship with spouse 3) relationship with children/role as mother
2. 2 Tim. scripture "busy at home" was used as a command for mothers to stay home with their kids (as opposed to being so active outside the home running errands, etc.).
3. Role of the husband, wife and children in the home's authority structure. Do you submit to your husband? Do you teach and require your children to obey?
   
4. 2 Cor. 3:2--Children are our letters of commendation, not written on paper, but on the human heart. We have a huge influence on our children. They are our first and truest disciples. The speaker gave strong warnings not to set aside children for other ministry opportunities. Your children should be your priority.
   
5. Don't let mothering interrupt your tasks; let your tasks interrupt your mothering. Again, this goes back to the priorities.
   

My questions:

1. Where is the balance (and how do you find it) between staying home providing structure and routine for your children and going and making disciples of all nations?
2. I also have questions about many scripture references that were taken out of context. I need to go back and read them in context. 2 Cor. 9, 2 Tim., Gal., etc.

Reflections:
Some of this teaching is similar to BP's in content. Lord, thanks for BP's ability to present truth clearly and effectively!