Wednesday, September 19, 2007

Hope for tomorrow...

Lots of things are happening and changing. The other night Sam was in my back seat and we were talking about some things that were happening. He was so serious, using a very big and quiet voice. He had some things to share and as we talked I told him probably the only real thing we could do to help would be to pray. The car was quiet and my thoughts are racing wondering what things I need to get at the store when I hear this soft voice saying " dear Jesus, help ----- to be better and don't let ---- happen, Amen" I left the blanks, it isn't real important to share the actual prayer, but the feeling that went into that small request. I didn't say anything for a while and the car remained quiet. He was in deep thought. A child shall lead them....

Joshua later followed up with showing me his elbow. He said "mop it almost gone, cause Jesus take care of the boo, boo. " " Jesus lives in Heaben...." A child shall lead them......

Lately there has been so many articles and stories of children facing horrific tragedies and how families are coping. It is heart wrenching and so unbelievably unfair sometimes. But in the end it seems they are wiser and smarter than all of us because they trust and rarely doubt. Once they are moving forward they just streak off leaving us in the dust. A child shall lead them....

I have read the Hummel's blog everyday and truly they have been a real blessing with their honesty and their questions and their strong faith. With everything they write and share you sense that if that were you in their shoes, walking the unknown would you have that same strength. But in the end a Child will lead them....

Life lesson's are not always easy. We tend to think we are exempt from those experiences that we hear about and sympathize with, so when it comes we are blindsided by the impact and struggle to make sense out of the experience. So I have found myself this week saying very quietly in my car " dear Jesus" cause you see a child has made a path for me to follow.......

7 comments:

Susan said...

The Hummel blog has really inspired me as well! Amazing people! LOved your last blog too about your Dallas visit!

Sue Simpson

Anonymous said...

Oh how true it is. A child will lead us. They are so open with their feelings and thoughts. If only we could trust and have the faith of a child, the world would be such a better place!Loved your blog! Looking forward to our big family blowout!!
Love ya,
Marsha

Kelley said...

Thanks for sharing this. It blessed me today. I can't wait to see you all next weekend. Love you!

Anonymous said...

Sue, Marsha and Kelly,
Children have a way to go right to the heart of the matter. I learn each time I have the grandchildren something new and awesome.
Carolyn

Kim said...

Thanks for sharing the wisdom of my children. I am amazed everyday at the things that come out of their mouths. Tonight on the way out to eat, Sam said to Josh "Joshie, see that red and purple cloud...that is Jesus using his powers to give us air to breathe" If only we all looked at the world with such awe and understanding. Thanks for stepping in and taking the boys when I needed you the most. Love you,
Kim

Anonymous said...

I just read your blog, and I'm amazed at you wisdom and the way you put word together. I sat here with tears running down my cheeks as I read, And a child shall lead them. I have been amazed at some of the things that come out of their mouths. I love to be around them,I'm going to miss them when we go to Fl. Again I enjoy all of your blogs. Looking forward to the big weekend.Love you. Mom

Anonymous said...

Loved the last two blogs and we wished your trip could have been longer. We love you!

The Huffels