Mothers are special people and must truly be the most patient people on the face of this earth. Only God could be more patient with His children. God never abandons His children through all of their rebellious ways. Just like mothers, God wants His children to have a harvest of plenty, but He also wants His children to seek Him. The following is an except from the book SO? Whatever!
A mother had lost all patience in dealing with her son and his constantly getting into mischief. She asked, “How are you ever going to get into heaven?” she asked. The son said, “I will run in and out slamming the door until St. Peter finally says, ‘Billy, come in or stay out.’”
Billy got the idea of persistence down pretty good. He knew how to turn a “no” or a “do not” into acceptance. That is exactly what we need to do in life. It is easy to get frustrated when our season of hope is not realized. The key is not to go backward. Keep hoping, keep planting, and keep pursuing your dreams and goals. There is a season for everything. God will find favor and show increase if you keep your eyes on Him. Leviticus 26:4 I will send you rain in its season, and the ground will yield its crops and the trees of the field their fruit.
Love the story..."come in or stay out" is so true. Many of us come in but can't make up our minds to stay. If only we could remember it is a comfortable and peaceful place to stay, not just visit when we need.
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