now what?

"Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God." 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

As students return to school toting hearts filled with unknowns, chatter among teachers on how to move forward centered on one major theme... comfort. 

Comfort is a crucial need in our life, especially in the midst of disasters at our front door like Helene. As a mother comforts her child, He comforts us. God uses a mother's love to describe His own feeling.  Caring deeply for another, we sacrifice self for their welfare. It is what God considers an essential element to our peace -- with Him and others.

Just know whatever means of  comfort you pour over your students.... listening to their experiences, hugging and hugging again, wiping away tears, cheering on a good effort, sharing a laugh, soothing the hurts, encouraging to persevere, celebrating an accomplishment, holding a hand, chasing away doubts, teaching new coping skills, stomping out fear...  it will bring healing to their soul and day.

Whether a mother-by-blood or a mother-by-heart, you are a blessing. And God is smiling at you, His good and faithful servant... His shining witness to comfort.

I've seen you in action.  It's not about the numbers, but the souls. You got this.

we are loved and chosen by God,

may we live, love and do like we believe it.

veneal