Then Jesus called for the children and said to the disciples, “Let the children come to me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of God belongs to those who are like these children. I tell you the truth, anyone who doesn’t receive the Kingdom of God like a child will never enter it.” – Luke 18:16-17
In reading back over my post about our adventure over the Rockies, I realized that I hadn’t mentioned how my children handled matters when things became difficult.
They truly did see everything as a great big adventure. My daughter was 3 at the time, and my son was 7. They sang, they played with the little toys from their bag, they played with each other. Each had plenty of snacks and a drink.
Each time we stopped to reconnoiter, the children clasped our hands and bowed their little heads in prayer with us. My son constantly reminded me that I didn’t need to be worried, because we had prayed about everything, and that God would answer. He never wavered in that faith, and after each reminder he returned to his playing and humming.
When we stopped that final time at the larger pull-off, we opened up our little pop-up camper and the kids thought this was great fun! They each ran around and played until they were sleepy and the sun was high. Then they climbed into the shade of the camper and fell asleep on the bed there.
As far as I know, they never had a moment’s trouble drifting off. There were no nightmares brought on by the stress of the situation, and neither cried out as they dreamed. They were peaceful, oblivious and trusting.
When we lifted them back into their carseats so that we could fold the camper for towing once again, their warm little bodies curled into ours, their arms draping around our necks in complete trust. Their eyes never opened, but their lips did curl in sweet smiles as we whispered reassurances.
They were with their parents, we were leaning on God, and all was right with the world. I pray that I will be that childlike in my faith.
Heavenly Father, help me to know the kind of faith shown each day by my children. Thank You for never forsaking me, and always providing. In Jesus’ Name, Amen…
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Shelly
Children are so full of faith, aren’t they? Always leading me closer to Jesus!
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They are!! Mind lead me closer each day! Heart Hugs, Shelly <3
Your story is so sweet and the illustration of your trusting children knowing everything will be alright because you prayed first, was such a blessing. Thank you for sharing with us here at “Tell Me a Story.”
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Thank you for your sweet encouragement, Hazel! I look forward to the linkup each week! Heart Hugs, Shelly <3
A child-like faith is difficult to achieve sometimes, but I believe it is the answer.
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Yes, indeed! Difficult is putting it mildly, but we must strive for it. I’m so glad I have that example here every day. Heart Hugs, Shelly <3
Shelly,
You have blessed me once again my friend with a song that I have never heard until today. And it truly was the timing of the Lord. Thank you!
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Joanne, it’s amazing how much of a balm music can be to our souls, isn’t it? I’m so glad God got the right song to you today! Heart Hugs, Shelly <3
Shelly,
what a beautiful picture of trust …..your children are blessed to have parents that they can trust to care for them so lovingly…oh, for trust like that…blessings to you 🙂
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Thank you, Dolly! We are certainly blessed by them! Heart Hugs, Shelly <3
Good sharing. Made me smile and nodding in agreement. Blessings.
Joanne, I’m so happy to bring a smile from you today! That makes my day! 🙂 Heart Hugs, Shelly <3
Shelly…what a precious reminder to have child-like faith which is not easy. When we do, what peace encompasses us just like you shared happened with your children. Your son’s words were so right on. You all had prayed so then you needed to trust God to answer. Great encouragement for the soul. Thank you for sharing at WJIM’s Monday’s Musings. Blessings friend.
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Naomi, I’m so glad you were encouraged! Heart Hugs, Shelly <3
Child-like faith. I always love that and was just recently sharing with a friend how we can just complicate things…instead we need to have child-like faith.
Much love to you, Shelly.
{Hugs},
Beth
Such a simple concept, but so impossible to master, isn’t it, Beth! It’s definitely what we need to strive for! Love and Heart Hugs, Shelly <3