The Greatest Of All

I want to take time to say how grateful I am for my older children, Andrew (9) and Deborah (7), who were such a great help to me throughout my pregnancy, and have continued to be so since our baby was born.  They hear a lot of the following:

• "Pass me a diaper."
• "Bring me the baby's towel."
• "Go turn off the stove."
• "Sweep the floor for Mommy."
• "Run get the wet wipes!!!"
• "Grab the diaper bag." 

...Etc., etc., etc.

How wonderful it is to have good help, and I am thankful that I can rely on them for things I need done.  What a difference it has made with this baby to have older children who truly are a big help!

A few weeks ago, the children and I were talking about the discussion the disciples had among themselves about who was the greatest.  Jesus later told them that the greatest is the servant of all.  I told them that when they are serving others, they are indeed the greatest of all.

I heard Debbie say to Andrew the other day, "You go first.  I want to be the greatest."  I had to smile.  But to my children I say, "To Mommy you are the greatest because you have had such a servant's attitude, and I do appreciate it!"

From one grateful Mommy,
Mrs. Lopez