Our youngest child, Charissa, was born with down syndrome and is a precious gift and blessing to our family in many ways. When most people think of a down syndrome child they think of their amazing capacity to feel and express affection toward others, and that is certainly true of Charissa. But there is also their stubborn side where they can be fiercely obstinate. On one such occasion Charissa turned her back to me, folded her arms, refusing to comply with my directions. After I long battle of the wills I asked, “Charissa who is the boss in this family anyway?” She suddenly turned around pointing her tiny finger toward my face and replied, “Daddy you may be the boss but I’m in charge!”
We laugh at the story but how often do we display that same attitude toward our heavenly Father? “God you may be the boss, you may be Lord, but I am in charge.” We find it difficult to relinquish control of our lives to God but we must remember like any loving father, God only thinks of our best interests. In Hebrews 12: 10b we read, “But God’s discipline is always good for us.” In light of God’s love there is nothing more foolish a person could do than resist surrender of his or her life to God.
I know these are very difficult days for many of our military families. I urge you to put God in charge of your life because only when God is in charge will you find peace, harmony, and joy. Let me hear from you and how I can pray for you. My love and prayers are with you. Pastor Andy
