Relationships

My bright spot tonight is hearing my nephew and his little girl playing outside. What a joyful thing to hear a father playing with his daughter and her squeals of joy. Almost every afternoon when he is finished with his day of working on the farm, we’ll either see (or hear) them out by the swing or running around. I believe they have a circuit: swing on the tree-swing, play in the cotton seed, run, run, run and occasionally bring Great-ma a flower or a dandelion before heading home. It is precious seeing him give his daughter the gift of his undivided time and his presence in her life.

Our heavenly Father also desires to spend time with us. He also has a plan for our lives and wants to share that with us. Often we think we don’t have enough time; however, learning to prioritize and taking the time to spend with God will yield huge benefits. Learning to slow down the pace just a bit will reap many wonderful things not only spiritually, but physically, as well.

Relationships. In order for any relationship to be good, it requires time. My nephew has prioritized time with his daughter and it will draw them close as the years go by. She will learn that she can trust him, depend on him to guide her, talk to him, and have fun being with him. The same is true of our relationship with our Father God. Spending time talking with Him, reading His word, and sitting still to listen to what He has to say to us will draw us close in trust and dependence, plus give us direction and help us prioritize the other areas of our lives.

Jeremiah 29:11

"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, 

“plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

TIP: God wants a relationship with us, so do our families. Take the time today to draw close to each.