Yesterday I had the pleasure to teach a class of 3 year olds. Is there anything more exciting than being 3? I think not! We were talking about prayer and why we pray. Then, I had all the children go around the circle and say a prayer of thanks for something that Jesus had done for them. It was so sweet. I love simple childlike faith. One little girl said she was thankful for her home, and that Jesus, “builded her house.” Then all the other children were very quick to agree! “Jesus builded my house too”, “And mine, it was builded by Jesus!”. At that precious age – that was the thought connection. Jesus provides for us = therefore he built my house!!!!!! I can just see it in their minds – Jesus actually with a hammer putting their house together. I love it! I love that they had an understanding that in their little lives, Jesus had provided for them and that they had a home to live in.
It reminded me that littles ones have such a unique and open understanding to Jesus. I love that we can be part of shaping that understanding. It’s never to early to be imparting Jesus to our children. As parents, we have such an opportunity in those early years to be part of building our children’s faith. Their little “sponge” minds are eager to learn, and the message and truths of Jesus will be planted in their lives for the years to come. As a church, we have a great opportunity to partner with families and work together to see our children come into a personal relationship with Jesus. It’s a great calling indeed.
I was thankful when I got home yesterday. Jesus has “builded” my house too!
Shelly
Oh my goodness, that is soo cute! 3 year olds are awesome!