A Pretty Tricky Situation

The worst part about visiting our kids in Nashville is getting there after the grandkids’ bedtime.  Their parents are strict concerning bedtime and their reasons become quite obvious after a few days in their shoes.   Parenting toddlers is all consuming!  You young parents are my heroes.

When the following morning arrives my husband can hardly stand the anticipation of their wake up.  He’s been known to snatch them out of bed too soon if he even hears them cough or roll over.  He especially enjoys the special moments of morning cuddles as they watch cartoons.

As usual Naomi was the first to wake.  When Steve asked if she wanted to watch cartoons she replied:   “Can you turn on our TV, it’s pretty tricky?”  Steve let her know he’s a pretty smart guy and he thought he could figure it out.  “My daddy is REALLY smart and he can teach you.”  Naomi replied.

A four-year old little girl’s confidence in her father left me smiling!

I have a few areas in my life that have moved far beyond being a little more challenging than turning on a pretty tricky TV.  I found her childlike trust in her earthly father a nice reminder to hold fast to my confidence in my Heavenly Father.

There is nothing too difficult for Him.

¹⁷ ‘Ah, Lord God! It is you who have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm! Nothing is too hard for you.  Jeremiah 32:17 (ESV)

His grace is sufficient for His strength is made perfect in weakness.

⁹ And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.”… 2 Corinthians 12:9a (NKJV)

His wisdom is made available upon asking!

⁵ If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. James 1:5 (ESV)

Are you facing a pretty tricky situation?  I hope you’ll consider placing your confidence in Christ!  He remains to be “REALLY smart” and can teach us!

Copyright©2016, Gloria Stucky