Your Child May Be Your Best Teacher!

It's time to learn...from my child!?

Sounds strange.  Learning life lessons is something we all must do.  Watching for ways to grow and mature is part of the process.  But learning from someone with less maturity and experience than me?

Before you draw a conclusion think about this.  Jesus said we are to "receive the kingdom of God like a little child" in Luke 18:17!  Since this is so, I need to watch how my child goes about her relationship with God.  I'm very sure He can teach me a few lessons from her life.

Recently, one of our families at LSCC was challenged by their son's faith.  He said he wanted to help those homeless people out there who were cold.  So, he said, "Can we collect some blankets to help them stay warm?"  Of course the answer was "YES!"  But it was what happened next that challenged mom and dad.  "Can we ask our church to help?" he asked.

GULP!

You've had those moments when your child's faith surpasses yours.  I have.  So, dad had a moment to ponder what to do.  His conclusion?  Why should I stand in the way of God using my child?  Who am I to stand in the way of my child's faith?

The result - LSCC is collecting blankets for the homeless.  Our goal is to help at least 100 metro area homeless people stay a bit warmer this winter.  All because God moved in a boy's heart and a dad didn't stand in the way.

Over a year ago, Jon Acuff wrote a blog entry on this.  Take a minute to read it.  It may change the way you view your child.  Click HERE!

And the next time your child asks, "Can we help by doing __________ ?"  Listen closely.  God may be growing your faith as well.