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{Happy Resurrection Day}

I hope that you all have enjoyed this beautiful Easter Sunday. He is risen! I wanted to end the month of March in sharing a few of my favorite photos from the month.  Celebrated my favorite grandsons birthday. Conner is 18 now!  Our beautiful Mallory Grace all decked out for the prom. The youngest grands (sisters) were flower girls in their uncle's wedding. The oldest one was in her element of dress up. The younger one, not so much. THAT HAIR BAND ITCHED HER HEAD she said!  I purchased a new pair of wedges that I love. I am always skeptical about ordering shoes or clothing but read the reviews on Amazon and went for it. Love the color and the style.  The youngest grand loves to take selfies and play with the filters.  Marty colored Easter eggs. He always colors at least a dozen every year. He always says he's doing it for the grands but I know he does it because of the inner child in him! LOL! I went with the little ones to Disney on Ice and we had the best time. I think I enjo
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Wednesday in the Word-Little Children

Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these."           Matthew 19:14

Nothing will melt my heart faster than to see or hear a child pray. We spend time teaching them to brush their teeth, comb their hair and tie their shoes. We teach them to say please and thank you. We teach them so many things along the path of life but do we teach our children to pray?

Permission given to use image by Christi Iverson

Prayer is the key to all things. 

Think about it this way: When Christ died for us on the cross His blood created a way for us to have direct access to God. Jesus is now the only link we need. Because of this great sacrifice, prayer is a gift we should cherish, one we should be very thankful for.  

I don't know about you but I love giving my grandchildren gifts....And I want one of those gifts to be the gift of praying.....Pray for them, with them, and teach them.

I just recently was sitting down to lunch with two of my grandchildren and before I could get seated good I looked over at my little 2 year old granddaughter who had her little hands together, head bowed and a smile and says, AMEN! That is all she knew to do or say but that my friend is praying to her! 

May we have the mindset to Teach our babies to pray. The best gift that you can give them is the gift of Jesus through His Word and prayer. 

Hugs and blessings, Cindy


 
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  1. MelissaAugust 14, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    Hi Cindy! It's true, other than teaching them about the importance of having the Lord in their lives, they must know how to communicate with him as well. I've taught my children this, and encourage them in it daily. Great devotion and so important! Blessings, Melissa

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  2. Breathing In GraceAugust 14, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    So precious. I love to hear our GRANDboys pray, too...and as they pray, Ruby Kate is repeating everything they say. ;-)

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  3. heatherAugust 14, 2013 at 10:15 AM

    Wonderful blog post! I love hearing Ky's "amen!" after our lunchtime prayers :)

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  4. AnonymousAugust 14, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    This is so right, Cindy! I'm amazed at the faith a little one has in their prayers. We have taught our children to pray and now my daughter has taught my little granddaughter to pray. It blesses my heart.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia :)

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  5. heatherAugust 14, 2013 at 10:22 AM

    Wonderful blog post! I love hearing Ky's "amen!" after our lunchtime prayer :)

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  6. AnonymousAugust 14, 2013 at 10:38 AM

    What a sweet picture that just melted my heart Cindy! Where would be without the gift of prayer. Connie Royals

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  7. xinexAugust 14, 2013 at 11:06 AM

    I love that picture, Cindy, so precious!...Christine

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  8. SharlotteAugust 14, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    I have little tiny goosebumps from reading your post with this precious picture!
    You are so right, it's very important to teach children to pray. And to hear it from their little hearts, so sweet.
    I'm so thankful my parents taught me, where would I be today without Christ in my life? (just don't want to think about it!)
    It was very important for my husband and I to raise our children as Christians too. We are very proud that they love the Lord and are good Christian men (even with all the temptations in the world!)
    BTW, just wanted to thank you for your comments about your camera. I think I'm leaning towards a Canon. I've always admired your pics, they are so crystal clear!
    Thanks again for this heartwarming post and visiting.
    Enjoy the rest of your week!
    Sharlotte

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  9. farmhouse-storyAugust 14, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    such a sweet picture--great post, cindy:)

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Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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