Several years ago, my oldest son and I started a little ritual on our way to his preschool. I would ask him, “What’s today?” He would answer, “A good day for a good day.” We did this several times. Soon, he was replying with more enthusiasm. Some days, he would say, “It’s a good day for a great day” or “It’s a great day for a purple day.” (If you have ever used a behavior color chart, you will understand the importance of purple. It is the highest color a child can achieve at the end of a school day, earning them rewards.) Then, he would respond with, “It’s a great day for a beautiful day.” That phrase stuck more than the others. So, we went with it.<\/p>
I have kept this little tradition up with all three of my boys. We giggle a little as the phrases change from time to time. My oldest seems to keep with his favorite phrase, and my youngest follows suit. My middle son loves to be silly, and he generally interjects some potty language into the mix. However, we correct the phrase to a positive one before he exits the car. I do this for a couple of reasons:<\/p>
This simple phrase prepares them for much more; it is a mindset.<\/strong><\/p> This simple phrase not only applies to my children but also to you. You may need to know that God loves you. Not just any god, but the living God wants a relationship with you. You may need to know that his mercies are new every day. That even when we mess up, He forgives us when we repent. You could be struggling with what the bible says and how it relates to the culture around us. Wherever you are, God wants to invite you into a relationship with him. He’s your #1 fan. The best way to get to know him is to read his word and pray.<\/p>