One thing about working with (and parenting) preschoolers is the amazing rate at which they grow and change. They are constantly developing mentally, physically and emotionally. It is really mind boggling how fast they grow.
Personally, I am really in denial that my Piper will be a year old next week. It just doesn't seem possible. Yet, as I look at pictures the changes are obvious. Growth has definitely taken place.
Recently, I reminded the parents and the staff of the Parents' Day Out Program to use the obvious growth of the little ones to remind us of Peter's words. As he closes out his second letter, he tells us in verse 18 of chapter 3 to " . . . grow in grace . . . "
As Christians, we are never to stop developing. We have to keep growing. It is all part of the sanctification process to become more like Jesus. So while we might not be adding inches to our height, our heart should not look like it did last year at this time.
Yes, there will be growing pains along the way. Babies cutting teeth know how painful reaching developmental milestones can be! But we press on. We press on into Jesus and keep striving to grow in grace.
So, the next time you see a youngster you haven't seen in awhile and comment on how much he has grown, let it serve as a reminder that your spiritual growth should be evident too.
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