Faith Like a Child

I just wanted to share something Truett said the other day. Tate and I pray with Truett often, and encourage Truett to pray for things he would like as well. He often prays for rain, protection for his friends and family, new toys he wants...

After he prays for what he wants, he always says "thank you Jesus". Not, "please Jesus", but "Thank You!" I love that he believes Jesus will answer his prayer, no questions asked. I find myself doing the opposite, often pleading with Jesus to give me what I pray for. What would my prayer life and faith be like if I thanked him for answering my prayer from the beginning? Of course the answer might not be like I pictured it, hoped for or expected, but I would much rather have His will in my life rather than mine.

Another sweet moment, day after I brought our new van home from Ft. Worth, we sat in it and played for a while. I said, Truett, Jesus answered your prayer! You prayed for a new car for our family, and He gave us one! He looked at me and said, "of course He did silly!"

Oh, to have faith like a child!

~Abbye