This Mother’s Day was my second! More important and special than my first. My daughter was about three months old last year and it was quiet and sweet! I say this year was more important and special because I was reminded of a valuable lesson. To have a childlike faith.

We went out for dinner to celebrate and as I sat there at the dinner table, feeding my daughter, I had a moment of realization: she effortlessly trusts me to take care of her. She doesn’t worry about being fed, clothed, or comforted because she knows, without a doubt, that I am there for her. She knows she will be nurtured, taken care of and loved. This made me think of the nature of my relationship with God. Just as my daughter confidently relies on me, I should have that same unwavering trust in the Lord. What we can learn from the innocent trust of a child, is to approach God without hesitation or reservation, knowing that He will take care of us.

Watching my daughter at the table, taking in her surroundings with curiosity, I laughed but was then humbled when she opened her mouth without hesitation or making eye contact, expecting the next bite. In the same way, I should be ready to receive the provisions that God has in store for me, even when they may not match my expectations. In that moment, I had to gather my emotions and hold back tears. I was just thinking about financial concerns, questioning how certain goals would be met and how expenses would be covered.

The Lord is our provider, our protector, and our loving guide. He sees our needs, both big and small, and He is faithful to provide abundantly. We don’t have to worry or be anxious, for His love for us is immeasurable, and His care knows no bounds. Thinking about these things made me remember Matthew 6:25-34 “For this reason I say to you, do not be worried about your life, as to what you will eat or what you will drink; nor for your body, as to what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air, that they do not sow, nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not worth much more than they? And who of you by being worried can add a single hour to his life? And why are you worried about clothing? Observe how the lilies of the field grow; they do not toil nor do they spin, yet I say to you that not even Solomon in all his glory clothed himself like one of these. But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which is alive today and tomorrow is thrown into the furnace, will He not much more clothe you? You of little faith! Do not worry then, saying, ‘What will we eat?’ or ‘What will we drink?’ or ‘What will we wear for clothing?’ For the Gentiles eagerly seek all these things; for your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. So do not worry about tomorrow; for tomorrow will care for itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”

A child’s trust in their parents is marked by simplicity, innocence, and complete dependence. What a great example for us! Our relationship with God thrives when we approach Him with the same childlike trust!

Sometimes as we grow older, we often lose that childlike faith that previously came natural to us. We become jaded by disappointments and struggles, and our trust in God wavers. But when we face those challenges with a childlike faith in God, we can find strength and hope in Him. We need to let go of our worries, doubts, and preconceived notions of how things should be. We can trust that He will guide us through every situation, and that He will provide for us – sometimes in ways that we never thought possible.

Who knew that such a simple moment would open my eyes! It’s funny to think that my daughter taught me a valuable lesson about faith. As a mom, I often feel the weight of responsibility in teaching and guiding my child, but in moments like these, I realize that she has a lot to teach me as well. Her unwavering trust and simple reliance on me, serve as a beautiful reminder of the kind of faith I should have in the Lord. As we navigate life’s challenges and uncertainties, we can find solace in knowing that God is our loving provider. By embracing a faith that mirrors the trust of a child, we can experience peace, joy, and the assurance that our needs will be met.

So, let’s embrace the childlike faith! Let’s approach God with unwavering trust, knowing that He’s in control. As we navigate the challenges and uncertainties of life, may we find peace in the assurance that our God is our loving provider, protector, and guide. Let us live with open hearts, ready to receive His provisions, and always be willing to learn and grow in faith!

Thanks for reading! I hope you found it encouraging.

Until next time ❤