worried about step-daughter

Danette - posted on 07/27/2009

I had this problem when my 9-year old lived with his dad from 2 years-old to 7years-old, but God is soooooooo good! He has such a hold on my son's heart, that when he was three he told us in his own words the story of the Children of Israel and their "trophy" worship! He said that God only wants us to only love him and not trophies and if we fall in love with trophies God will "break" them from us, so only love Him!

Just know that what you teach her when she is with you is planted in her heart and once God has her heart nothing her mother does or says will uproot those seeds. Yes, she most certainly will be exposed to all manner of things, but through prayer you can put a shield of protection around her mind and her heart that nothing can penetrate. And you can teach her to pray for her mommy in her mind and heart so as not to offend her mother and alienate her from her mom.

Also stand on Romans 4:17 speaking in faith to call those things that be not as though they were, call your step-daughter's mother saved and your baby girl protected and saved. Remember, all things are possible to those who believe! Sounds like you've got enough faith for both of them!

Tracy - posted on 07/27/2009

I will pray that you will get the awsners that you need. Just focus that every time that yall get her that you show her the right christian values and as she gets older keep commucation open with her so that if she needs anything she knows that her dad and yourself are there for her. God will help you lead the right way and keep her safe as she gets older talk with her about a promise ring maybe that wil help her and yall. I will be praying for you!!! =)

Mona - posted on 07/27/2009

I agree with Jennifer: "The greater reality is that Jesus can reach her no matter where she is."
Pray for her and her mom to come to know Him. Anything is possible through Him.
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Susan - posted on 07/27/2009

Well, one benefit she has is that her step-mother is this concerned about her. Kudos to you for your love for her. All you can really do is pray. Although she has limited time with you and your husband, take advantage of the time you do get with her. She's only 5 so keep things simple, unless she asks more probing questions. Maybe you could buy her her own Bible, or introduce her to VeggieTales videos; watch tv together (of course montior what she watches) and discuss any worldly things that may come up in the show. The possibilities are endless. Just be sure to cover her in prayer.

Jennifer - posted on 07/27/2009

The good news is she is 5 years old and that gives you alot of time to try to reach her. The difficult part is that she is not living with you or close to you. The reality is that she will have other influences in her life that can impact her. The greater reality is that Jesus can reach her no matter where she is. I would continue with the fervent prayers and when you do have the opportunity to see her, explain your beliefs in words and actions. I know it must be difficult not having that daily influence. It can be difficult fighting culture even with my own children, but I take every opportunity I can to explain the difference between Gods way and the worlds way. Keep praying.