“When I said, My foot slippeth; thy mercy, O Lord, held me up.” Psalms‬ ‭94:18‬ ‭KJV‬‬

The Christian life is filled with ups and downs, triumphs and failures. The difference is some make an effort to move forward and others don’t. Falling for a trap or falling into a temptation isn’t the same as living in open rebellion to God. A stumble and a slip isn’t the same as a slide! We have experienced and witnessed a father walking with his child. Steps can often be a struggle for little ones. And as they try to stay in step and up to speed they sometime trip or fall. But the guiding hand of the father is there to help them up and even at times carry them on! God be thanked that when we stumble and when we fall, Christ is there to hold us up! Much like Jesus did with Peter! (See Matthew 14:30-31)

But we have also witnessed the rebellious and stubborn child, who despite their frailty, lack of understanding and ability, will fight to get away. They resist the hand that tries to help them. It is that child that is often in the most danger and acting in opposition to their own selves!

Which child are you?