My son has been begging us for something for over a year. He has been longing to have a bike ramp! Since store-bought ramps are pricey, David told him several months ago that perhaps the two of them could build one together. The idea of buying a ramp was exciting to Matt, but the idea of making one with Dad was over-the-top AWESOME! From that moment forward, we heard almost daily reminders from Matt about the project. "Daddy, when can we start building the ramp?" Well, yesterday, David borrowed a friend's truck and headed to Lowes. For the next 3 hours or so, David and Matt worked in the garage together. There is just something about a child's desire to work along side their Daddy. David could have built the ramp without Matt's help, but giving Matt the opportunity to share in the project gives Matt not only a sense of accomplishment, but a stronger bond with his Daddy.
God doesn't need our help when it comes to the fulfillment of His plans. But isn't it wonderful that He wants us to work with Him on His most wonderful project -- the redemption of the world!? I wonder why we are often unenthusiastic about working along side our heavenly Daddy? We should be like Matt, asking when and how we can help, anxious and excited not just about the final product, but for the chance to learn from the Master and gain a closer bond with Him!
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