Published by I am 40+ now and am greatly enjoying the wonders of childhood. No, I am not having a midlife crisis. Nor am I speaking of the daily joys I am blessed with watching my seven month old grandson discover his hands, feet, fingers, etc. I am speaking of the joy of being a child of God.
The hope and peace that are just a part, not a small part mind you, of being a child of the King are above my being able to put into words. The knowledge that the Creator of all things, animate and inanimate, is my Father quenches me so deeply that I can’t really express it. To feel and see His presence and workings in my life are utterly wondrous.
To know that I am loved when I haven’t loved, that I have been given mercy that I don’t deserve, or to consider the sacrifice that was made for me when I was selfish, well, it is beyond total comprehension. The love that God has for us is immeasurable to be sure. And His mercy and grace are as well.
I am astounded by His handiwork. I am awed by His compassion. I am enthralled by His Word. I am saved by His grace. And I am a joint heir with his Son. How could I not totally enjoy my childhood?
Greg Wolford
©2009
So very true what you say!
nice article
Childhood is always joyful… Nice article.
I hadn’t thought of “childhood” in that way. That is a great perspective, one I hope to adopt in my own life. Thanks for sharing this.