Depending on how old your children are, they may not know yet that you are not perfect. If you are still in that honeymoon phase of motherhood, enjoy it; it will be over soon enough.
Because we are all sinners, our kids will see us sin. Because of their proximity and the intimacy of the relationship, they'll see it a lot. Let them see! Admitting our faults and failures is one of the best ways we can teach them about God's grace. Let them know God forgives us the moment we regret and confess our actions.
If we claim we have no sin, we are only fooling ourselves and not living in the truth. But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness. If we claim we have not sinned, we are calling God a liar and showing that his word has no place in our hearts (1 John 1:8-10, NLT).
Do you struggle with letting your children see you vulnerable, less-than-perfect side? Or have trouble admitting when you are in the wrong? Ask God to help you examine your heart, and to bless you with the freedom and confidence to admit your shortcomings--to him, to your children, and to yourself. Thank him for loving you just as you are.
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