I decided to go out to my parents' house with the kids to relax.
Just the suggestion of relaxing was relaxing.
On the 30 or so mile drive out there, the radio stations were playing the best songs.
I was worshipping so sincerely that I almost forgot that the kids were with me.
J. started asking me questions about God.
I answered them as well as I could. I have been trying to be sensitive to God's timing with J. because he has asked questions before but then told me he wasn't ready to pray the prayer.
We got to my parents' house and had a great, relaxing afternoon.
Everything seems to be a little more laid back and happen more slowly in a small town.
It was just what the kids and I needed today.
On the way home, J. started right back in where he left off asking questions about Jesus and God and heaven and laws and sins /"black marks on your heart."
Then came the moment that every Christian dreams about.
He asked me if he could pray the prayer to ask Jesus into his heart.
I could tell that he really understood.
Maybe not in it's full complexity, but as a 4-year old understands friendship with God.
I was so happy.
As a mother.
As a Christian.
As a friend of God.
I have not stopped crying from pure joy.
That moment was so wonderful.
I hope I never forget it.
I want to frame it in my heart and mind forever.
Then the thought occurred to me:
What must be going on in the heart of God right now?
There is a huge party in Heaven tonight - just for J.
I am so thankful.
I am thankful that I got to be there.
I am thankful that I got to answer his questions.
I am thankful that J. got to tell his daddy all about it.
I am thankful for a child that truly loves God.
It is, after all, every mother's dream.
To see your children love God.
What more is there?
As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
Joshua 24:15
16 comments:
Praise God! Yeah! There is no God like Jehovah! I am so happy for you, your family and J. Thank you for sharing so that we may celebrate with you! I have explained some things to little J. but just that Jesus is in our hearts. How do you know when they are ready or understand? I am so excited. Thank you again for sharing! What a precious moment!
The day we all dream of. God is worthy to be praised and exhaulted.
Amazing!! YOU led your child to Christ! There's one jewel in your crown to lay at the Savior's feet! You are a soul winner! I pray God will give you the opportunity to lead many more to Him!
That's awesome! I'm so happy for you and J.
Your little boy will never, ever forget his mommy telling him about Jesus and his accepting Him.
there are no words to express my joy. i also led my child to the Lord at the tender age of 4. Praise Jesus!!!!!!
it has been awhile since i wept in pure joy. this must be what it feels like to be in heaven and in the presence of Jesus. there really is a party just for your baby tonight. i am so happy. what a blessed mother you are. hallelujah.
I am so happy for you and for J, my friend! The heavens are truly rejoicing!
I may have gotten onto you for teaching him to walk and go potty like a big boy, but this is more than okay with his aunt nana. Made me 'roo' happy and made my tough guy eyes water.
Sorry I didn't have a chance to check earlier when you wanted me to.
How incredibly wonderful! And you have it recorded so that you and he both will always know the exact date. I think sometimes it helps to have an exact day and time when the devil tries to make you doubt. J can point back and know that he did indeed become a new creation. How special. I'd love to hear how he explained it to daddy and what daddy said.
This is really and truly awesome. I'm so happy for you and little J.
I am so happy for you and J. How unbelievably special and amazing and beautiful. You are an amazing mother. What a special bond this will forever create for you both.
what an awesome mommy you are. how Jesus was smiling with you in the car. you have done what every mommy dreams of doing.
how blessed are your children.
What a wonderful gift for a mama to lead her children, her main purpose for existing, to the saving grace of a savior! All you have instilled in him, all the seeds planted, the preparation time, has reaped a harvest. It is worth it, isn't it! Landon was 5 when I lead him to Jesus on his bed one night. What a feeling! And a few years later his sister and later his brother. That's the way it should be. How gracious the Lord is to allow us such a priviledge! I'm praising with you and the angels tonight!
Praise God! I think it is wonderful that you allowed God to use you to speak to your son J. Job well done...your heart is evident! I know God will bless you as He already has....
i'm so happy for you and little j. i know u told me the story yesterday, but reading it was just so much better. Praise God! and we thank you very much for coming in on sundays to sing to those little ones. i can tell they really appreciate you. it's such a refreshing and different way for them to learn about Jesus. thanks a bunches!
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