The Dinosaur, The Superhero, and The Baby

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I took this picture a few weeks ago at a church my husband was invited to play keyboard at. I love it so much. It totally captures who my boys are. Grande’s being a dinosaur (looks like a T-Rex to me, but it could also be some kind of raptor). Mediano has a cape that make him feel like a super hero and he runs around going to the rescue. And Chico, my sweet little Chico, with his bottle. He’s the baby. He knows it and delights in it.

They look so much alike. No one ever has to wonder if they are brothers or not. But inside they are unique. They are special. They have their own personalities, their own strengths, and their own weaknesses.

And when I sit down to think about it I wouldn’t have it any other way. Because I love them, but even more because I know the hand that made them. I know the Creator who designed them exactly as they are. I know the One who has created them for a specific purpose and calling. And He who is much wiser than I gave them what they have in spirit, soul, mind, and body exactly what they need to complete their mission, and to complete it well.

And even now while they are so young he calls to them. Come to me. Just as you are. In your childish ways. In your joyful and loud play. With your passions. With all you are.

But Jesus called the children to him and said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.”

Luke 18:16

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Devotion Mama

Worshiper, Wife, Mom Christy is first a worshiper, second a wife, and third a mother. She was created for worship and relationship. A wife to Samuel and mother to three boys ages 4 and under. President and Co-founder of Mamas Write (mamaswrite.com), she loves blogging and social media, but much prefers to spend time with family and friends in person with a mocha anything in hand. She has dishes in her sink and Jesus in her heart. She is surrounded by dinosaurs, cars, diapers, and sweetness.

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Sherry says:

November 11, 2011 at 10:01 am (UTC -6 )

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Praise God! He loves us each individually for who we are and keeps on Loving us through out our lifetime. Thank you for this wonderful reminder. Your boys are just lovely!
ArtyMarti says:

November 11, 2011 at 3:52 pm (UTC -6 )

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Jesus had a special place for children, He knew that weren't cynical or had to have proof. To have the heart of a child!
Stef Layton says:

November 11, 2011 at 9:31 pm (UTC -6 )

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love " Just as you are."
Esther Joy says:

November 12, 2011 at 2:06 pm (UTC -6 )

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Sweet post! Your little boys look precious!
Hands to Work, Hearts to God says:

November 12, 2011 at 4:44 pm (UTC -6 )

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Yes we each have a special place in His heart! His heart is big enough for ALL of us! Isn't that a great reassurance?! Patsy from
HeARTworks
Charlotte says:

November 13, 2011 at 1:48 pm (UTC -6 )

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What a precious post and what precious boys you have. Thank you for sharing them with us and for the analogy.
Blessings,
Charlotte
Pamela says:

November 14, 2011 at 11:57 am (UTC -6 )

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Masterpieces made the Great Creator! I love how each of the boys have varied personalities and strengths.
Rachel says:

November 16, 2011 at 8:14 am (UTC -6 )

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Very sweet post — I love how our children are all so unique and yet our momma's heart can have such love for each of them in their uniqueness.

Blessed by your words.

Rachel