Different is Great
During lunch today I sat and just watched my kids, marveling at how distinctly different each of my children are AND knowing that I had nothing to do with it; God did.
When Jordan was born there was no one to compare him to. He was unique. Then Caitlin came. Since she was a girl, we naturally assumed that she would be completely different from Jordan. It was when Jaden was born that I realized just how marvelous my children are and how wonderful God is. Jaden is nothing like the first two. Sure there are glimpses of Jordan and even hints of Caitlin but he is definitely his own person. In fact, looking back on my pregnancy when Jaden was thirteen months old, I knew he was strong-willed even in the womb.
When Calise was born is was no surprise that she was not like the other three. She is girly; Caitlin is not. Caitlin is outgoing; Cali is not. Jordan is obedient; Jaden is, well, learning to be obedient. Jordan is reserved; Jaden is extra active.
But one thing that is common to each of my kids: they are learning about the Lord and everyday I see glimpses of Him in them. Jim and I were at a baseball game when we overheard a girl say, "Jordan Billman tells people to watch their language." It made me feel so good to know that his character at school is the same character we see at church. He is writing songs and playing with us in worship. Caitlin is very compassionate and sensitive. She is more aware of others' hurt more so than I was at her age. Jaden, when in the mood, loves to help. He will go above and beyond what I ask -- just because it makes him happy to know that it makes me happy. He is a cool little kid. Recently Cali has begun to pray in our evening prayer times. It is so wonderful to hear her pray. She is the one that remembers to pray for those that are sick and in need.
How awesome it is to have the privilege of teaching our children and helping them grow in the Lord. It's an huge task but one that gives me a lot of joy. Yeah. Sometimes it's a challenge because they are so different but I wouldn't trade it for the world! Different is great!
"Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it." Proverbs 22:6
When Jordan was born there was no one to compare him to. He was unique. Then Caitlin came. Since she was a girl, we naturally assumed that she would be completely different from Jordan. It was when Jaden was born that I realized just how marvelous my children are and how wonderful God is. Jaden is nothing like the first two. Sure there are glimpses of Jordan and even hints of Caitlin but he is definitely his own person. In fact, looking back on my pregnancy when Jaden was thirteen months old, I knew he was strong-willed even in the womb.
When Calise was born is was no surprise that she was not like the other three. She is girly; Caitlin is not. Caitlin is outgoing; Cali is not. Jordan is obedient; Jaden is, well, learning to be obedient. Jordan is reserved; Jaden is extra active.
But one thing that is common to each of my kids: they are learning about the Lord and everyday I see glimpses of Him in them. Jim and I were at a baseball game when we overheard a girl say, "Jordan Billman tells people to watch their language." It made me feel so good to know that his character at school is the same character we see at church. He is writing songs and playing with us in worship. Caitlin is very compassionate and sensitive. She is more aware of others' hurt more so than I was at her age. Jaden, when in the mood, loves to help. He will go above and beyond what I ask -- just because it makes him happy to know that it makes me happy. He is a cool little kid. Recently Cali has begun to pray in our evening prayer times. It is so wonderful to hear her pray. She is the one that remembers to pray for those that are sick and in need.
How awesome it is to have the privilege of teaching our children and helping them grow in the Lord. It's an huge task but one that gives me a lot of joy. Yeah. Sometimes it's a challenge because they are so different but I wouldn't trade it for the world! Different is great!
"Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it." Proverbs 22:6
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