"A planter went out sowing his seed. Some fell along a path that was eaten by birds; some fell on the rocky ground and had no moisture; some fell among the thorns and they choked all the good plantings; and some fell on good, rich soil." Luke 8:5-8

As women we often feel responsible for those around us----friends, co-workers, parents, spouses, and especially our children. Yet, Jesus reminds us that our job is to plant the seeds in other's lives; we cannot take responsiblity for how others respond to the gospel message. It's so hard to release that sense of control, especially with our children. However, it's not your job or mine to control our children's (or friends or co-workers') choices. It is our job to be a planter in their lives---to sow and nurture the seed of God's truth in their hearts. Then we need to trust God as we wait to see what kind of crop He grows.

(True Identity, Bible for Women)