I love to watch my children’s innocence in public settings – they are completely and utterly oblivious to “societal rules” and “social graces” and while I chuckle and roll my eyes at their antics, I secretly envy them for their carefree ways, their laissez faire. So often, when I find myself in situations in which I am not the most comfortable, I wish I could just run away and play a good game of hide and seek or feed the ducks.
Lucky them.
Solomon had been running around a family rehearsal dinner sporting his matching outfit with his 15 month older brother when he suddenly stopped and looked to the heavens.
I love photos of children looking up because I can’t help but wonder – what are they thinking? Did they hear something? Are they just curious about what is “up there”?
I know God planted a natural curiosity within us for a reason and while I can’t say that my two year old is necessarily seeking God in this photo, I like to think that he’s at least looking in the right direction.
Though at the same time, I hope he will eventually come to understand that God is not just “up there.”
He’s everywhere.
Great illustration! We should all become like children, as the Bible instructs! Children are so carefree and don’t worry constantly like some adults. There is so much to learn from young children! It’s funny how we try to grow up… and then have to learn to become like children again! :)
Cute picture. He might not have been seeking Him per se but perhaps beholding His beautiful creation.
big amen:) great picture as well
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Though at the same time, I hope he will eventually come to understand that God is not just “up there.”
My son aged 18 was baptised last Sunday. I was unprepared for how emotional I felt, but there it is…what you said above is what I have prayed for 18 years… so I guess ’emotional’ was unsurprising!
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Oh wow! I just LOVE this picture! I love the innocence and ‘uncluttedness’ of a child’s heart, and their faces express this beautifully.
Psalm 27 has been coming up a bit lately and has been one of my favourite psalms for 14 years.
Thank you for sharing… I really loved it.
Such a precious picture! The verse matches it perfectly.
Happy WFW!
Beth
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such a special photo….I love it…and the message.
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What a perfect illustration for such a sweetly encouraging Bible verse.
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Precious picture for that encouraging scripture… Oh to be like a child! After all Jesus told us we must all come as children. Um, think about that…
Blessings,
Linda J
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I envy them too. And I love how God hard-wired them to be curious. Because of their curiosity, we have no choice but to answer their questions . . . We almost can’t forget to teach them about God even if we tried.
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Beautiful verse and great picture to go with!
But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Matt 6:33
Have a great Wednesday!
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Lucky them indeed…why do we let our that “grown up” protocol prevent us from looking and seeking heavenward…I believe I have some looking up to do! This was just awesome Natalie!
Hey, I sent you an email…let me know if it works! ;)
peace,
lori
Awesome shot! It is wonderful to catch moments like this… and I agree with you – wondering what exactly it is they’re thinking!! Thanks for sharing this moment caught with us all!
Hugs, HL
Thank you for my profound thought for today. And for making me smile too!
What a precious photo! The verse is one of my favorites! Oh, for more of that childlike faith!
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Yes, yes, yes. How stinking cute. I pray that for your babies, too. That they would know Him in every way.
Love it. Love the picture. You are wonderful.
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Really cool.
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That is so cute.
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Just precious! This is one type of envy I think the Lord approves….
How cute, and so true!! While we bow our heads to pray, my 2 year old always looks up…and that without anyone telling her that God is “up there.”