I had a revelation the other day.
Layla got a very nice, (and very expensive) little kitchen for Christmas, along with lots of other wonderful toys for her to play with. I've noticed that she doesn't play with it as much as I would like, and I found myself growing frustrated at how much money we paid for some of the items only to have her ignore the gifts. Then God showed me something. God gave a priceless gift, the ultimate gift of all gifts, by sacrificing His Son for our sins. How disappointed God must feel when people ignore that gift or don't engage with Christ on a daily basis, knowing the price that was paid for that gift. Even though I am a Christian and fully believe, I know the daily hustle and bustle of being a mom and wife sometimes overshadows what should be my first focus. I feel like I am brought back to refocus often (yes, I'm stubborn), and I'm grateful that God's got me in His grasp.
Layla got a very nice, (and very expensive) little kitchen for Christmas, along with lots of other wonderful toys for her to play with. I've noticed that she doesn't play with it as much as I would like, and I found myself growing frustrated at how much money we paid for some of the items only to have her ignore the gifts. Then God showed me something. God gave a priceless gift, the ultimate gift of all gifts, by sacrificing His Son for our sins. How disappointed God must feel when people ignore that gift or don't engage with Christ on a daily basis, knowing the price that was paid for that gift. Even though I am a Christian and fully believe, I know the daily hustle and bustle of being a mom and wife sometimes overshadows what should be my first focus. I feel like I am brought back to refocus often (yes, I'm stubborn), and I'm grateful that God's got me in His grasp.
1 comments:
Hi Elizabeth!
How blessed it is for you to have the Lord to show you His heart. Everyday there is a wonderful gem of truth that He surprises us with-in the simple things of life-- no matter where we are and what we are "called" to do in Him.
Have a blessed and healthy New Year. I sounds like you are off to a great start!
Shalom,
Shirah
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