The biggest thrill in my life right now is when my 11 month old hugs me tight. Lately, he grabs hold of some part of my body (legs, neck, arms) and grasps hard letting me know that he loves me. Oh this is such a wonderful feeling. When the crack of dawn (5:45am) rolls around and he is calling out for me to come get him, all is well once I walk into his room, pick him up and he squeezes me tight. Ooooh!
I have been thinking, that as a mother, this is such a precious feeling that I crave and desire. Then I started thinking about how much pleasure and joy the LORD must feel when we call out to Him early in the morning and cling tight to Him as He gets us going for the day. God made us for His pleasure and His glory and I have no doubt in my mind that He wants you to hug Him tight all day long!
But, also, think about this… The very God of the Universe is hugging you back! Does that blow your mind?
Hebrews 4:16
16 Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.
The way the LORD hugs you back is that He bestows upon you mercy, grace, strength, peace, joy and on and on. Its like a never ending embrace from your Lord.
Today, I needed a hug and I got one from my child. This warmed my heart to no end. But, even better, my LORD hugged my neck and filled my heart with exactly what I needed-His amazing love.
I love you so much! You are a wonderful mother and daugther. Your love for the Lord shines through and that love will be carried on through modeling to your children (hopefully more than one). We as mothers have a big job in securing the way of the Lord with our children. On this Mothers Day weekend, I thank Jesus our Lord and Savior for my children and the love of God they share with me. MOMMOM
What a sweet note from your momma! =) I loved this post!! So true and I love the Lord’s embrace and how He will pick us up right where we are at and hold us tight! I hope you have a great Mother’s day!! You are amazing!!! =)