What Makes My Kids Cry Today

If you’re a parent, you’ve probably asked this question a hundred times: “Where does my child get all this energy from?” My boys can run circles around me — literally — while I’m just trying to get through a grocery trip or survive the bedtime routine. And honestly, there are days I wish I could bottle that energy and sell it. 😂

But here’s the thing: as funny (and exhausting) as our kids’ bursts of energy can be, they also remind me of something important. Their never-ending energy points me back to the true source of my strength.

When I feel worn out, stretched thin, or completely drained, I’m reminded of Isaiah 40:31:

“But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”

Our kids’ energy may seem limitless, but the truth is, so is God’s. And while I may not be able to keep up with four boys running wild, I can lean into God’s promise to renew my strength day by day.

So the next time you’re watching your child bounce off the walls (while you sip coffee just to function ☕), remember this: you don’t have to have it all together, and you don’t need endless energy. God has enough strength for both you and your little ones. 💛

Reflection Question:

When was the last time you felt completely drained — and how did you see God show up with strength you didn’t have on your own?