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He looked about three years old. He didn’t look back or forward; he simply froze.
That’s when I saw Mom, coming through the door of the house.
My windows were up, but I could imagine the scene. Little guy goes running toward the car and Mom calls, “Honey, stop.”
And he did.
That’s when I got introspective. Do I stop, freeze, and wait when I hear my Father’s voice?
All too often, I slow and look back over my shoulder as if to say, “Really? Did you want to talk to me?” Then I take a few more steps forward to see if He’ll call again. And sometimes, I just keep on walking, convincing myself I didn’t hear anything.
I’m learning more every day about the value of being childlike.
The wisdom of listening to my Father’s voice.
Linking up today with Jen.
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How about you? Have you learned from a child lately?
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11 comments:
I work with the little children at church, and love it. Sometimes I even get to be their security blanket. Children are so sweet.
Laura this is really good. I can so relate to this, especially right now. I happen to be in a season where I want the Lord to tell me each little step because I am afraid of reverting back to past behavior where I forge ahead and don't heed His call, or His calling.
Delightful post, and introspection. Thanks for sharing (and challenging).
This is so good..too often I know I just keep going. A great reminder to stop and listen to Him. Linking up from Jen's today, so glad you joined in!
Blessings,
Erin
I love this post, Laura! Such a great visual.
I never tire of the visual of us as children...how much we learn from our own parenting..how God might see us...I am often full speed ahead:)
xo
Can't we learn so much from kids?
I've really been thinking about children and friendships lately. As a grudge holder, I have mountains to learn from kids about relationships.
Love this...so true!
I'm always telling my children the importance of listening for my voice; always. The same is so true for listening to the Father's voice.
I look forward to the opportunity to read your book. Thanks for stopping by today!
We all want our kids to listen . . . yet, I don't always want to listen. hmmmm.
Fondly,
Glenda
I learn patience and forgiveness daily.
They hold no grudges, and they love me no matter what I do.
They are so very wonderful.
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