Today's Quote: To me it seems as if when God conceived the world, that was poetry; he formed it, and that was sculpture; he colored it, and that was painting; he peopled it with living beings, and that was the grand, divine, etenal drama. Emma Stebbins

One need look no further than at nature for glorious examples of creativity. The many species of flowers, their multi-faceted colors and designs, their various scents.all prove magnificent creations and perfect examples of God's handiwork. Look at birds, as well. Or at any creature of the air. Their various morning songs, feather patterns, and nesting habits all reveal design work so brilliant that they force even the most casual observer to consider their Creator.

But spectacular as these creatures are, and as gloriously beautiful as are flowers and other things in the natural world, man was the only creature in all of God's magnificent handiwork with whom He intended to have an intimate relationship. As our Creator, He desires fellowship with us, his ultimate creations.

When God brought you into being, He intended for you for find out that reason for which you were created. You didn't have to have a place in history. But you do! You were designed to be on this earth, at this point in time. God had a wonderful idea in mind when He created you. He gave you special gifts and abilties. He arranged for you to be born in a unique place in time and history. He arranged your family in a unique and wonderful way. And He orchestrated circumstances that would further mold and shape your character.

When God brought you into being, He intended for you to make a unique contribution to the world. Not just to your family, not just to your community, but to the world at large. Have you discovered the special purpose God has planned for you?

You children were likewise so beautifully and uniquely designed. And each one of them has a unique life purpose as well. It is one of our privileges as mothers to help our children find their life purpose. At some point in our lives, we each must ask the question: "What on earth am I here for?"

Find out what life expects of you and your children by being intimately acquainted with them and knowing what their gifts and talents are so that they can begin making their mark on the world. If you know that your child is destined for a life in the creative arts, then point her in that direction. Invest time and energy and money into music lessons or dance lessons, voice lessons or acting lessons. If your child has the dexterity and fine motor skills required for brain surgery, encourage your child to explore the sciences. Perhaps she will become the world's most renowned neurosurgeon. Maybe you notice a socially gregarious personality in your child, or natural leadership traits. Prepare her for situations where she can make others' lives better with her natural gifts. Careers in sales and marketing might really inspire her; or perhaps she will become a fabulous public speaker, where she can combine her natural charisma with a message that will change the world!

Nurture potential! Don't leave the development of their potential to chance. Your benchmark in excellent motherhood is not simply intellectual advancement or creative achievement. You have the responsibility of nurturing their hearts and souls so that they are fully prepared to meet the world head on, offering along the way their unique perspective and God-given talents so that all the world will benefit. Begin this life journey with your children today. Commit to looking at them as wonderful children of God, divinely created and uniquely shaped for His glory.