Children

I've been thinking about how we really can't do anything for children - the ones that starve to death in Africa every day or the ones we see in America. Without God, they have nothing, and He is the only one who can reach them. Many people believe you have to wait for them to grow up so they can understand the intricacies of Christianity, but I don't. Christianity is simple, it's adults who make it complicated. I think children just need an encounter with God, and basic Bible knowledge to clarify what they've experienced. But once they meet God, He grows and shapes their lives. I long for them to feel His presence and want everything He has for them. God has given me a vision for all children everywhere.

Not to...

Teach them to worship, but to give them a reason to worship.

Teach them about God, but to introduce them to God through teaching.

Make them be good, but to give them a reason to want to be good.

Teach them the way, but to show them the way.

Tell them God loves them, but to love them with the love of God.

Try to wear them out, but to channel their energy.

Try to help them, but to allow God to help them through me.

Shape their destinies, but to show them who they are.