The Future Today

Life is very hectic with many chores needing attention. Often people give little thought to the future and just try to survive day by day. Then, one day, they look around and discover that the future they taught so far away is here now. Regrets set in as lost opportunities are remembered. Whether we like it or not, the future is only one step away.

I saw tomorrow look at me
from little children's eyes
and thought
how carefully we would teach if we were wise.

I don't know who wrote the above quote but it certainly speaks volumes. Parents who seek the kingdom of God first in their lives have a different mindset than others who care not for God. Their lives go in a completely different direction from those who are not spiritually minded. The difference is striking. Church services are not missed and there is much time spent in Bible study and prayer.Everyone, even their enemies are treated well. In short, the God-fearing father and mother look to heaven and are not centered in things of this life.

But this is a lesson best learned young. As parents, diligently seek God don't forget to teach your children along the way. They will be adults before you know it and you may find you and your child on different paths unless you are wise in this.