I'm not sure if it's my “grandpa” age, but I find great joy in the children in my church.  Maybe it's because they have something I don't – lots and lots of life left!  It's also possible my joy in watching them grow is anchored in observing the simplicity of their needs.  I know parents tell their children not run in church, but I don't say that to my “little ones”.  Few things delight my heart more than watching two or three chasing each other across the platform while moms and dads talk.

Yesterday I found out that one of my young married couples is pregnant – with twins.  Double happiness!  My administrative assistant is pregnant and is due around Easter.  Watching the miracle of life somehow imparts life to me.

I can't prove it, but I'm sure the young couples and their children are keeping me young (er), even at age 60!

Blessings!

Pastor Mark