Tearing Down Idols
In this day and age, homemaking, being a mom, and wife are all highly sought after roles. Sometimes, without even realizing it, we can create idols out of these roles and make them our everything. Recently I was convicted in this by the Holy Spirit, and wanted to encourage and remind other women out there that you can find your identity in Christ.
Nowadays, social media will make you feel like you're not doing enough. But, what does God's word say? Are we to strive in order to thrive? Are we to look like the world? The answer is no. One of my favorite verses is Romans 12:2 "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect."
Wives, mothers, homemakers, it is a high calling indeed. However, our first and foremost priority and allegiance is to our Lord and savior, Jesus Christ. Our homes, children, marriage are just a part of the journey of advancing God's kingdom. We are to steward these and care for them, not make them the most important part of our identity.
I recently heard in a video a man say "Whatever you think about 90% of the time is what you worship." What is your mind pondering on most of the day? Unfortunately, we've been conditioned to make it appear as though we have it all together on the outside. Looking out will have you believe that someone has it "all" or that their life must be "perfect". Truth is, no one is perfect except for Jesus Christ. As believers in Him our goal should not be to get attention, validation, likes/views, or feel the need to compete with others. (Galatians 5:26) Our goal should be to encourage, support, and spread the Gospel through our efforts. To glorify Him in the process.
With that being said, I don't think social media in in of itself is a bad thing. However, I think it can sometimes sway us in a direction that looks closer to the world then to Christ. We can play the comparison game, and spend more time than we'd like to admit watching others. Social media itself can become an idol if we feel attached to it. Balance. (Verse on comparison Proverbs 14:30)
There is something to be said about the trends going around about homemaking, motherhood, marriage and femininity. Except what're you're seeing isn't entirely realistic. The heart posture behind being a homemaker is to give your first fruits to the Lord. Does it still hold value if no one else can see it? Of course it does- and it should. What I'm saying is that, seeing these roles played out in a "perfect" manner and idolizing it is not where our heart posture should be when attaining to a role that God designed for us. God warns us against coveting after others. (Exodus 20:17).
So, what can you do?
The two most important things you can do is open the word of God, and pray. If there are areas of your life that consume your thoughts and weigh you down with doubt and insecurity, ask Him for wisdom and guidance. Proverbs 21:2 says "Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the heart."
God created us to create, however, it should be for His glory-not our own. Being a mom, wife, homemaker, baker, gardener, artist, etc. is such a beautiful part of who God created women to be. Just remember to look to the Cross. Tear down the idols in your way, whatever they may be, and give it to God.
Closing
Your roles in life can be so much more peaceful when you stop trying so hard. Pause to remember that God is holding all things together and that His will for your life is for your good and His glory. Pray often asking God to search your heart and reveal any grievous way in you. Psalm 139:23-24.
In His Grace xo
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