Day Twelve- Listen to Your Knower

Perhaps you’ve never heard that word “knower” before today.  I’m pretty sure you won’t find it in any dictionary.  So what does it mean?  When I use the word “knower,” I am referring to that little inner voice that guides us throughout the day.  Instinct, intuition, leading of the Holy Spirit… I just like the term knower because I think it is an accurate description of how this functions.  My knower lets me know when things are going well and alerts me when there is something or someone I need to give my attention to right away.  (I also like this term because kids respond to it very quickly and latch onto the concept with ease.  After all, they have knowers, too!)

As parents, our knower can help us navigate all of the challenges that come with raising kids.  Is it time to call the doctor? Listen to your knower.  Is there a deeper issue behind the frustrating behavior your child is exhibiting?  Listen to your knower.  Is that person or situation safe?  Listen to your knower. 

All too often we question or even resist that knowing in our hearts, only to realize later that we were being led to do exactly the right thing.  Wisdom for our kiddos is available to us if we are sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit.  “…He gently leads those that have young.” (Isaiah 40:11)  What a comfort to know that we are not alone!

Let’s move forward with confidence, secure in the knowledge that the One who entrusted us with those precious children will strengthen, energize, and equip us to be great parents.  Listen to your knower!