I had a wonderful conversation with one of my aunts recently. We talked about family, friends, current events; just things. You get some much history when you stop and talk with your elders. You get to learn about their lives, their likes, dislikes, and what made them who they are. During our 45 minute conversation, she shared that all she wanted was to be married and have kids. “I just wanted kids, she said. I never wanted to work outside the home. It wasn’t for me. I wanted to support my husband and raise our children by staying home.”
As she continued, it was so clear. She wanted to raise bright, intelligent children, who would one day contribute to society and be a blessing. There was so much strength in her voice. A strength I had never noticed before. She would never write a sonnet, or perform in front of people, or create a masterpiece; her true mission was that of being a wife and mother.
Thanking God for this priceless moment, where I learned so much about my dear aunt, I also had a revelation; “aha” moment. I thought, Father God made a similar decision, when he decided to create us. He just wanted to have kids; bright, intelligent, gifted, anointed images of himself all around the world. Children who would contribute, and be a blessing.
People spend years trying to find themselves, or their purpose. For some it only takes a moment, and their course is set. No matter what lies ahead, they just know this is what they were meant to do. God knew before eternity was formed, that he would create us, and he did it knowing that his wayward children would fail, and yet here we are. He just wanted to have kids.
You never know when, or where these moments of revelation will. When they do, take a moment to soak them in. They put life into perspective, these precious moments, or at least give us a chance to say “thank you.”
Loving God with Excellence 