Say thank you to the Lord for being so good, for always being so loving and kind.
The Living Bible copyright © 1971 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.
This morning, I went to Timothy’s elementary school to watch the kindergarten “Pow-wow Parade”. Approximately 100 kindergarten students and their teachers and helpers paraded through the school’s hallways in full “Indian” regalia. The children wore brown paper “ponchos” that they had decorated, along with headbands lined in paper “feathers”. Each child had selected an Indian name, which was written across the front of their poncho. Timothy chose “Black Horse”! The children shook noise makers and whooped and hollered as they rustled past us. The event was over in a matter of minutes, but the memories will last for years to come.
Timothy and his siblings have been so excited about Thanksgiving Day. They have been learning about the holiday and its traditions. Even at 2 years old, Nathan has made hats in his pre-school class to depict pilgrims, Indians, and a turkey. Timothy gave us a long “lesson” about Indians and pilgrims as we drove home from church on Sunday.
And speaking of church…the children are learning valuable lessons there, also. They are loved and nurtured as they learn about Jesus and how much HE loves them. Each Sunday when we get back into the car, I ask them, “What did you learn today?” Sometimes, they will recite the Bible verse (or a form of it) or the “phrase of the day” – like “God loves us all the time.” Other times, Zola will shout “Jesus!” in response to my inquiry! It’s all good!
I am thankful for all of the people who love and nurture children. I am grateful that God has placed it on the hearts of many to spend time with little ones…to tell them about His love for them…and to spend each weekday teaching them to read, write, sing, play and discover countless wonders. As a former kindergarten/first grade teacher, I am especially appreciative of the efforts of those who exercise patience with children as they rattle in paper “Indian ponchos” and headdresses…who understand the importance of these experiences – and including family members in the celebration. I am grateful for those who truly care about the mental, physical, and spiritual growth and development of young people.
So today, I thank God for being so good to me and to these precious children…for being so loving and kind. I thank Him for school - and for Sunday school - and the nurture that each of our children receives there. I see His orchestration in these blessings, and I am overwhelmed with gratitude. What are you especially thankful for today?
©2014 Debbie Robus
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