Rest time...

It was a routine in our home when our children were small.  We had meal time, family time, bath time, devo time, discussion time, song time and prayer time. It wasn't always in that order...but the components remained the same.  Bedtime was precious to us.  At the end of the day, we knew we had each other...and we knew we had God.  It made all the difference.

Our daughter and son knew they could talk about whatever was needed.  Sometimes we giggled.  Sometimes we cried.  Sometimes we shared apologies.  Sometimes we shared future goals and dreams.  Every time we shared lots of love and hugs. 

There was always the song I sang to them since birth.  There was also a special rhyme we recited, which the children progressively extended.  I didn't mind.  Tucking them in each night with much love, many prayers and kisses on their foreheads reminded them that they could rest...safely and securely. 

I often returned to my own room, tears flowing down my face, thanking God for these precious children.  They have taught me more about Him than I ever taught them. I love them.  I love their sweet voices sharing with me openly, honestly and safely.  I love that they wanted time with me.  I love that they were able to find rest knowing I was there for them and with them.  I loved watching them, long after they went to sleep.

Isn't God like that?  Day and night, He is there...waiting for us to talk to Him, listen to Him, share with Him and spend time with Him.  He wants us to feel safe, secure and loved.  He wants to be our Heavenly Father...all the time. Even in tough times...confusing times...lonely times or great times...He cares.  Exhausted?  Weary?  Discouraged? Lost?  He longs for us to seek Him then, too. 

I am so thankful that He always has time for me.  May I never stop running to Him as He lovingly leads me Home.♥~thl

"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.  Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.  For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."  Matthew 11: 28>29