Through the Eyes of a Child

I had the joy of spending the past week, along with my beloved husband, at the home of our daughter, son-in-love*, and our three grandchildren.

I was immersed in the lives of my grandbabies, ages 6, 6, and 3. The week was full of giggles, kisses, peanut butter, and tickles. I soaked in each facial and verbal expression. I delighted in their newly developed skills. I was awed in their prayers. I was challenged by their unique vision.

The vision of children is unrestricted. **Children delight in the simplest things from ants carrying a load twice their size to
They don’t see the roadblocks that adults see and imagine. We can take a lesson from them.

Although this precious family lives 14 hours from us, the kids asked as we left “will you come over tomorrow?” They know that we live “far, far away” yet they are not restricted in expressing their wishes. They request our presence at ball games and the viewing of new haircuts. They pray as people of faith and hope and express their love to Jesus nightly.

As I relish my new memories I am prompted to examine my vision. Oh God, when is it that I limit the possibilities with logic and my lack of faith restricts your movement in my life?

Matthew 17:20 says if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you."

Is there an area where faith could change your expectations and requests of God?



*I read this term as a young bride and determined that the spouses of my children will not be connected to me through “the law” but because of the enduring quality of love.
**Many children have had their vision crushed through abuse, neglect, and circumstances. I thank God my grandchildren still have pure vision.