We recently held a “Pumpkin Run” party club in which we played a unique game. The goal: create the tallest structure possible using big marshmallows and pretzel sticks. The tallest structure still standing at the end of five minutes wins.
There was a flurry of little hands and minds attempting to make the greatest structure possible. One of our builders got a little derailed as he partook of some of the building materials, but then the desire to win washed over him and he was back in the game. We had first, second, and third place winners. We had songs, a Bible story, a memory verse, and more games. Then at the end of club, each child got some pumpkin pie with whipped cream, and more prizes. All in all, a thoroughly enjoyable time.
Later, I felt like the Lord was impressing on me that His heart is to see children grow in love, godly potential, energy, joy, and faith and hope. Children need godly adults to support them in love, and to uphold them in prayer. They need us to call them up with kindness so that they can experience Jesus through His Word, and through our example of His love.
Children need the adults around them to show God’s love, not just tell them. They need loving guidance and leadership. We need to seek the Lord on their behalf, so that we have the words and attitude that will impart His love. And some of the ways we can do this are just by spending time with them, listening to them, and even building marshmallow and pretzel structures. God says that:
Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him. Psalm 127:3 (NLT).
I pray that whether you are with your own children, grandchildren, or any children God has placed in your life, that you will ask Him to show you their potential. That you will pray His will, love, and protection over them. That you will ask Him to give you the words they need to hear, and that you may be a conduit of His love for them.
Blessings,
Jacquie ♥
That sounds like a fun game for the kids. Great advice for parents that I truly wish more would take heed to!
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Thank you Stuart, it was a lot of fun. Ken and I just had to try it out before we brought it to the kids, and we had a blast…nothing like being a kid again 😀 Plus we are more likely to spend time with our kids when we can engage in something that’s fun for everyone. ♥♥
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Of course you had to try it first😂 How many marshmallows did y’all eat? Did you just make one tower and then play Jenga with it
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😀 It was tempting, but no marshmallows eaten…however, if there had been a crackling fire, graham crackers, and chocolate…
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What a sweet prayer, Jacquie ❤️. Our children need His love, and we are His hands. We need to be sharing Jesus with our little ones in prayer, in love, and by example.
And I can’t wait to try this game with my kids! They will just love it 😊.
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Thanks Jenny ♥ I can tel you that your kids won’t be the only ones having fun. You and your husband should join in, it’s a riot ;D
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Haha good point, I’m sure we will all have a blast 😊.
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Love the part about one of the children eating the supplies until the desire to win kicked in 🙂
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Yes, that made us laugh, and definitely revealed the power of focus. ♥
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Our children and grandchildren create a legacy, a connection to future generations. Amen to all who work with children in schools, churches, after school programs, day cares, and many more places.
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Thank you Big Sky, I say a hearty Amen to that as well. Thanks for you encouraging comment. 💕
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Sounds like it was a fun time! We definitely need to stay in prayer for the kids. They are coming up in perilous times. They need to hear God’s Word and have our love and support. Thanks for the prayer and for the work you’re doing in ministry to touch young lives.
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Thank you Dawn. Our hearts are full as we watch kids respond to God’s healing touch, which creates more desire to see and hear more children receiving. 💜
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That’s a wonderful thing to experience! 🥰
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I smiled through your post, thinking I wished I was there having fun, too! You are so right. Our children need us, and we need them also! Your littles are blessed to have fun-loving you!
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Thanks Deb ♥ I once read that being with kids is the best and means you get to be a kid yourself- so true, and I love it! ;D
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I like that saying!
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I’m so stealing this game idea!
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Oh good! You will have as much fun as the kiddos. Enjoy ♥
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Let us always be discerning to what the LORD wants us to do (post was spot on). We have to remember that it is HIS WILL and not ours! Stay in HIS truth my friend!
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Thank you. My heart is to “speak the truth in love.” Blessings ♥
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Thank you Dawn ♥ The title of this award makes me smile. ;D
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Beautiful post, Jacquie! “Pumpkin Run” sounds like a lot of fun.
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Thank you Tina, it really is ♥♥
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What fun, Jacquie! And an interesting game! I would have loved to seen pictures of that LOL.
Thank you for sharing!
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Thank you Gail, you are a true encourager! ♥♥
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LOVE this Sister Jacquie! What a great message! I will be playing the marshmallows, pretzels and love game. I know that my children will have a blast! Thanks so much for sharing!
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😀 This is my JOY, Yonka. I would love to hear about what your kiddos think of this. I’m sure you will All have a blast. Blessings, Sister!
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When we do it; I will be sure to let you know. Thank you so much again!!!
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