Sunday Sentiments

 

This weekend, we have our little godson with us. Because of his mom’s schedule and ours, it’s been a while since he came to stay, but it has been a joy to have him here.

            We took him with us to our small group last night, and our friends loved him so well. They pulled out toys, pushed him around in the empty tub (the best adventure), read books to him, gave him high fives and fist bumps, and didn’t get frustrated when he was loud.

            When we came home, I sat in the guest room, rocking him back to sleep, praying over his life, and thanking God for friends who love him well with us.

            Every time he comes to stay, I spend time praying out loud with him before he goes to bed. I know he probably doesn’t know what all the words mean, but I hope they somehow settle over his soul in ways that he can one day feel, even if he can’t put it into words.

            We never know who God puts into our lives for a reason. I believe God has put this sweet boy in our lives so we can pray for him and be an influence over him in the moments we get to spend with him. I want to do that well. Maybe there are other reasons he’s in our life, too, and down the road, perhaps I’ll see that, too. But for now, I am committed to praying for him and celebrating the things he’s learning to do.

            Who has God put into your path this week? Don’t miss out on the chance to be a blessing to those around you!