Childlike Faith

I posted a few things on Facebook this morning that the Lord laid on my heart...I thought I would share them on my blog too.

1st post:
Had a sweet conversation with Luke this morning about Jesus...

Luke told me that he wanted to pray for one of his trucks because it was "sick." (Gotta love that imagination.) I took this chance to remind him that we pray in the name of Jesus to be healed of any sickness because Jesus died for us and before his death was beaten so we could be healed. Luke then said, "Yeah, Mommy, those bad people were mean to Him. They ripped His clothes off." My response - yes, bud, Jesus went through all of that hurt and bad stuff for us because He loved us. Luke then said, "And He's coming to pick us up soon." My heart jumped with joy as I said...

"Yes, sweet boy, Jesus sure is coming to get us and where will He take us?" Luke said - "To Heaven with Him." Awesome - totally awesome! I'm so thankful that Luke already recognizes his blessed hope. 

Now...the next lesson for my little man...while we wait on Jesus to "pick us up" - we have work to do for His Kingdom - let's grow the kingdom of God - starting right here in Thomasville. Oh Lord, may Luke always bloom where he's planted.

2nd post:
After writing that last post about my conversation with Luke about Jesus' healing and return to Earth - the Holy Spirit reminded me that Jesus said that we should have childlike faith - you know the kind of faith that never questions or doubts. Watching Luke's undoubting faith is such an inspiration to me. As adults, we resist our own healing because of the lack of faith and at times, maybe even question where Jesus really sits, but, not a child - at only 3 years old, Luke KNOWS that Jesus heals and Luke KNOWS that Jesus sits at the right hand of the Father in Heaven. He doesn't know how to waver or doubt - only to trust! That's awesome! My prayer - may we (myself included) grasp a hold of that example - full trust and faith in Jesus and His power TODAY here on Earth! What an awesome testimony this morning! 

"But let him ask in faith without doubting. For the doubter is the surging sea, driven and tossed by the wind." James 1:6

3rd post:

And...I'm not quite done yet...I'm just a little fired up this morning! I love the presence of God!

This awesome lesson (see previous posts) that The Lord brought to my attention this morning through my sweet 3 year old came about after I got frustrated because he woke up at 5:15am. That is usually my time with The Lord so I was selfishly perturbed. Once again, God showed up with a reminder that He doesn't always show up during our timing but He WILL show up! Lord, forgive me, for being impatient and thank You for showing up in my house and heart this morning. May I always be thankful for the blessing of that sweet little gift walking up the hallway - even if it is at 5:15am! Have an awesome day everyone - I sure will! :)

Monster Truck Show & Snow Pictures

I'm finally getting caught up on downloading some pictures.  

Back in January, Luke, Landis, and I went to the Monster Truck Show in Greensboro.  We had a great time. We went to the pre-show and let Luke walk around and see the BIG trucks up close and he got a chance to sit on a 4-wheeler - that made his day!  

Luke's favorite part of the show was the 4 wheeler racing. In between the monster truck competition, they had several of these 4 wheeler races and Luke would sit on the edge of his seat each time.  Speaking of the edge of his seat - we were fortunate and had great seats. We paid the lower price of sitting on the 2nd level but we were the first seats on the 2nd level so we had no one in front of us and you could see the whole arena perfectly.  It was quite comfy - I have to say.  

Luke also enjoyed watching the bulldozers and loaders that came out in between the shows to rearrange the old cars or clear debris. Yes, he liked the trucks doing the big jumps and spins but I think he was more fascinated with the in between shows.  :)  It was very loud so Luke, without argument, wore his ear plugs.  He would remind us to put them back in for him after a break.  

After the show, we went to Steak and Shake for a fun, old-fashioned late night dinner.  It was almost midnight before we got home! I would do it all over again - super fun! Here are some pictures...

 This was our view from our seats...

 Random picture of Luke playing at home with his riding toys...he decided to close himself in.  :)

We enjoyed the barely snow that we got back in January also. There might  not have been much to play with but we enjoyed trying and it sure was pretty.

Luke, Taylor, and I were able to build a few snowballs to throw at the bricks on the house - not each other.  :)  And...we attempted to build a snowman. Taylor and I were able to get a few pieces of the snowman together and then Luke would come knock it down!  :)  Luke's favorite part was picking up snow with his shovel and moving it to a "pile" close by.  He also, of course, enjoyed riding his 4 wheeler and lawn mower in the snow.

Here are some sweet pictures of my snow angel...

 I'm not sure why these pictures load out of order! Anyway...this is a picture of Luke looking at his book, "I Wish that I Had Duck Feet."  This is one of his favorite books lately and we read it all the time. I came in the living room one day and he was reading the book (by memory) to himself. It was so cute!

 More snow pictures! Look at that smile!

 Spending time with Daddy during all of those snow days!

 More snow pictures!

 One of my favorites!

After the snow melted, Luke LOVED the mud puddles - that are, matter of fact, still here thanks to all the moisture we have had this winter.  :)  Luke would ride his lawn mower and 4 wheeler right through the mud and laugh out loud thinking it was hilarious.  One time he looked up at me and said, "This sure is fun, Mommy!"  It sure was - I love watching Luke play. 

Thanks for stopping by...this is the 2nd time I have posted this week so if you are visiting for the first time in awhile, keep reading.....

Enjoy this yucky Saturday! 

Toddy