Just a quick visual on what I think we look like to God. Consider a classroom of young children. Some are passing notes to each other, their focus clearly on fun and pleasure and games instead of on the Teacher. Some are asleep, not in tune to others around them or on the Teacher or even on themselves...they are simply tired. Some are sitting in their desks, shrinking as low as possible, hoping that the Teacher passes them by without comment. And then, there are those, annoying to most, but loved by the Teacher. They are passionate, eager, full of enthusiasm and joy. They raise their hands so high that their rearends come out of the seat. They say over and over and over, "Pick me! Pick me!" They yearn for the Teacher's attention. They desire nothing more than the Teacher's approval. They live to please the Teacher.
The Teacher's heart is with the sleeping student, His discipline is with those without focus, His arms reach for those shrinking back, and His eyes rest lovingly on those who willingly aim to please Him. I am not the same student every day.
Which are you today?
The Fabulous Five
We strive to make memories that will always lead us into the Light
1 comment:
He is the greatest teacher ever, I love this image of Him, that you have given it is so true. His love and desire for those who could care less, and his clear delight of those who long to please Him. Thanks.
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