Today I played in the rain with my 3 year old. He was just thrilled to run in the rain with his rainboots on. What a blessing to take joy in my child's joy.
The Chief end of man is to glorify God BY enjoying Him forever. Desiring God by John Piper
I'll probably spend a lifetime learning what that looks like, but today I saw a glimpse in the pure delight I enjoyed watching my son experience.
I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it. Luke 18:17
Children approach life with such joy and wonder, not to mention exuberance. Where along the way do we lose that in the process of growing up? I didn't really want to leave the cover of our front porch and get wet out in the rain. I don't even own a pair of rain boots! But rain is part of the wonderful world God created and my son is fascinated by it. It was a thrill for him to experience the light drops of water falling on his head and to run through the puddles just to see them splash.
This joy and wonder is what God is looking for in our hearts as we experience Him and the world He created. God I pray this for my own heart, for my husband, and my son, and for those who read this post. Show us how to become like little children and bring You glory by enjoying You forever. Amen
There is nothing–absolutely nothing–like a child. Help us as adults to regain the wonder of life. Love this post.
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