Childlikeness

So tonight we were worshipping.   I was standing beside Mandy and Ava.   I love to worship next to them and to see the precious bond they have. I look over at Mandy worshipping with her arms raised.   Then I look down at little Ava and see her look up at her mom and then raise her hands as well.   Tears came to my eyes as the Lord spoke to my heart and said  "that the difinition of coming to me in a child like manner.   That's what I want from you.".   Wow.

The fact that Eli and Mandy have made such an impact on that little toddler just spoke to my heart and made me want to be that kind of parent.   The terms "pushing your kids to Christ" and "preach the gospel, use words when necessary" have a whole new meaning.