Raising Girls to be Keepers of the Home

A new year of Castle Keepers has begun – our 5th year actually. I can hardly believe it has been that long. I had thought and thought about doing something with my daughters but never did get around to it. Finally, one day I was talking to a friend about it and I decided then and there that if ever I was going to do it, it had to be now. My time would be past with my oldest daughter and I knew I would have regrets if I didn’t follow through.

I can honestly say it’s been a wonderful 4 years. The mothers have been excellent to work with, the girls are delightful to have around and I have been amazed at watching the talents of these girls blossom.

I have thought of this quote of Hudson Taylor’s so many times.

God’s work done in God’s way will never lack God’s supply. –Hudson Taylor

I feel that way about Castle Keepers. God has always provided the means for which to operate the club with parents and friends that are so supportive. I feel He is well pleased with the mission of Castle Keepers and that is to raise girls who value home and desire to fulfill the calling he has given all girls – to be a Godly girl and keeper of the home.

I’ve seen it argued that this is an archaic idea but by whose standards? God’s Word never changes, He said many wonderful things about ladies being the keeper of their homes and that should be our goal – not to excel at a career first and then move on when you feel you have accomplished that.

A keeper of the home is honorable. It’s a great calling and every boy or girl that has a mother that places her children above an outside career knows it and appreciates it to their very core or will when they get older! 🙂 I understand there are many times a mom must work outside of the home but oh, so often it’s due to the lack of vision for family. I feel strongly every family must have a vision for family life and I’ve written on the subject a few times.

The Importance of a Family Vision

A Home Life that Nourishes – Taking the Road Less Traveled

So Castle Keepers has begun and I’m excited to see what challenges we will do this year. I don’t even know what the challenges will be and I pick one each month! haha I depend upon the Lord to inspire me because I figure He’s very creative! Wouldn’t you agree? Just look at His creation to get a glimpse of His creativity. It’s pretty amazing.

What’s your thoughts about focusing on raising girls to be homemakers more than having them focus on an outside career?

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