Loving grandchildren comes close to being perfect love.
The brightness of their eyes, that insatiable curiosity, the exuberant joy of the moment—all these and more weave unbreakable threads of love around our hearts. And we? We respond to them with delight in their childish expressions (cupid becomes Q-tip); we seek to answer the unknowable.
And, in spite of aching joints, we dance a step or three with them, sharing their glee of the moment. That is how God wants us to love Him.
"Jesus said, except you become as little children, you shall not enter the kingdom of heaven." Paraphrased. - Matthew 18:3
According to Dr. Charles Stanley, trials will continue as long as it takes to accomplish God’s purpose. We can remember Joseph who suffered many years before he emerged in Egypt, serving God and the people. God seeks to conform us to the likeness of Jesus. Dear Father, please assist me in surrendering my will to yours.
Come, let us walk to the edge of the shore and watch the sunset. The sounds grow quieter; the wind and waves seem to soften. The sand is cool under our bare feet as we move easily, holding hands. It’s sinking. In the hush, all eyes watch as the sun kisses the ocean. Good night. All is at peace. For a moment, we silently reflect on God’s lovely creation, and marvel.
The brightness of their eyes, that insatiable curiosity, the exuberant joy of the moment—all these and more weave unbreakable threads of love around our hearts. And we? We respond to them with delight in their childish expressions (cupid becomes Q-tip); we seek to answer the unknowable.
