Being a father was a delight - watching both of my children grow up to be God loving adults and building their own family. My daughter's son will turn one year old in just a few days and my son's wife will give birth within the week. So now I am putting on my grandfather image and watching my children bring their children into the world. When the babies are around - nothing else is important. It is one of the joys of holding on to a long married life together. Over 31 years my wife and I have been married and we are enjoying the reward.
A few, no a bunch, of things have crossed my mind when I see the grandson and think of my soon to be, granddaughter.
First, I have to watch my step. I know that since the little guy is learning to walk, (he has the bumps on his forehead to prove it), he can get under your feet in a hurry. But I was talking about my daily life - he loves to mimic and that is what causes me concern. Do I treat my neighbor right? Have I spoken well? Have my actions been moral and upstanding?
Secondly, I must love Godl. Children come into life with a blank chalkboard and what is written upon it has been taught by the adults around him. He learns from what he sees and hears. He knows how to love others and how to love God.
Thirdly, I must pray. Faith doesn't come through the channels of habit but rather through the prayers of the family. I must pray for his spirit to shine, his countenance to glow, his life to bless and his soul to be saved at an early age. I will pray for his parents to be good in their upbringing, teaching him to live right and for them to pray with him at night. I will pray to God for his protection, his dreams and purposes to be God willed and his life to influence others.
Well, I hate to quit so quickly but my grandson needs a hug.
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