We ate dinner (oatmeal when the man isn't home), played with matchbox cars,
the boys took bubble baths and we read a few library books.
Before the boys snuggled into bed, we sat together on the floor in the hall to say our prayers.
I asked each kid what they'd like to pray for.
George said Jesus, Eddie said everybody, and then we got to Lute.
place to live and that other people who see them
would want to help them.
To give them food.
And I pray that they know that God is close to them
and that He loves them a lot.
I looked at him in awe, my heart full, throat aching as I tried to hold back tears.
My little five year old, with a heart for the world.
I was totally humbled and silently overwhelmed as I realized how mightily God was already working in his heart.
I am thankful for this boy who has taught me how to love on so many levels.
I really couldn't ask for anything more.
What a precious little guy :)
ReplyDeleteThose are the true and meaningful prayers. The ones who reassure you God lives.
ReplyDeleteWow.
ReplyDeleteWow.
ReplyDeleteCarina, that is amazing. I can't imagine how much God is looking down smiling right now at the compassion you are teaching your children to have towards the ones many choose to reject & ignore so they do not have to do anything. I have wanted for a long time to in some way do something with our son to help him have more compassion. I love that we have a disabled young man in our church. It is a great opportunity for andrew to show him love. I'd love to do what you do though, feeding those who need it the most. I think I am going to pick up some things tomorrow so Andrew can give them to someone. I love the idea. Thank you for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteJust precious!
ReplyDeleteOh my! How precious?! I'm trying to hold back tears!
ReplyDeleteHe is so precious!
ReplyDeleteThat brings tears to my eyes, what a precious and sweet little one you have!!! <3
ReplyDeletewhat a wonderful boy... good job to you mama! and dad of course. you're doing good.
ReplyDelete"I was totally humbled and silently overwhelmed as I realized how mightily God was already working in his heart." *love*
ReplyDeletei feel this everyday with my three children. i NEED to remember that, and be THANKFUL.