Sunday, September 13, 2009

~LOVING THE INNOCENT HEARTS OF CHILDREN~

~INNOCENCE~

One Sunday morning, the Pastor of a medium sized congregation noticed a young boy standing in the Foyer of the Church staring up at a large Plaque. It was covered with names and small American Flags mounted on either side of it. The six-year old had been staring at the Plaque for quite some time, so the Pastor walked up, stood beside the little boy, and said quietly,
"Good morning!"
"Good morning, Pastor!"


The boy replied, still focused on the plaque.
"Pastor, what is this?"
The Pastor said...
"Well son, it's a Memorial to all the young men and women who died in the Service."
Soberly, they just stood together, staring at the large Plaque. Finally, the little boy's voice, barely audible and trembling with fear asked...
"Which Service...the 8:30 or the 11:00?"
Blessings to you as you remember how much the Lord LOVES the innocent hearts of children...Rebecca
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23 comments:

  1. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2009 at 1:30 PM

    Oh how sweet!! Thanks for sharing it!!
    Have a Great day...
    Love,
    Marilyn

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  2. Julie MarieSeptember 13, 2009 at 1:36 PM

    Rebecca, that is just too sweet, thank you! Julie Marie

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  3. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageSeptember 13, 2009 at 1:50 PM

    How precious are the words of a little one! Thanks for the smile and for sharing.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  4. Sue @ Not the Good Scissors!September 13, 2009 at 2:21 PM

    So sweet. Thanks Rebecca.
    Hugs, Sue

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  5. StayathomemommySeptember 13, 2009 at 3:02 PM

    That was cute! Have a wonderful Sunday!

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  6. blushing roseSeptember 13, 2009 at 3:14 PM

    Adorably sweet as they come ... the wee ones get us every time, don't they, Rebecca.

    Hugs of love, TTFN ~Marydon

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  7. UnknownSeptember 13, 2009 at 4:16 PM

    How absolutely precious Rebecca! I loved this :)

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  8. VickiSeptember 13, 2009 at 5:07 PM

    Cute story, Rebecca. Thanks for sharing it and giving me a smile. Have a beautiful week. Vicki

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  9. UnknownSeptember 13, 2009 at 6:20 PM

    Sooo cute! Thanks for sharing it!

    Nancy

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  10. Country Wings in PhoenixSeptember 13, 2009 at 6:26 PM

    Oh Rebecca!
    How sweet is that. I just love it. Thanks for sharing and allowing me to smile about it today. It put happy in my heart. Thank you my sweet friend. Country hugs, Sherry

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  11. LisaSeptember 13, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    Very sweet reminder!
    Hugs, Lisa

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  12. JuneSeptember 13, 2009 at 8:04 PM

    Hi Sweet Rebecca,
    Loved this! There are a few services that I thought I was going to die in, but I managed to live through them.
    Thank you for the smile.
    Hugs,
    June

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  13. Barb September 13, 2009 at 9:27 PM

    Rebecca, I am trying not to laugh....somehow I feel guilty for laughing. Goodness.

    XOXO
    Barb

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  14. Country Wings in PhoenixSeptember 13, 2009 at 10:59 PM

    Hi Rebecca sweet thing!
    Yes I did paint that wall. DH went to a gun show, and while he was gone, I rolled all that I could reach. When he got home, he trimmed it all out for me, and then finished the trim by the base board. I did not climb on a ladder, not taking any chances, I just stood and rolled the wall where my 5'2" frame could reach. Not very high hu? You have met Debbie and Moma, so you know I am the tall one in the family. I love this new room so much. It made me so happy to sit with breakfast this morning and just gaze at it. I so love it. For $15.00 it was the best money I have spent in a long time. Heidi Girl loved it. It just gives the room such a glow. I love this red pitcher tho, and I cannot wait to get it converted to a lamp. At $7.49 it was a steal. I even found (4) of the red plates still left that are the pattern of the pitcher. They were $1.29 each. All of this setting was 75% off. I was so tickled. I love clearance. I am coming home Sept. 30th and will be in Enid through October 17th. Talk to you soon sweetie. Country hugs and lots of love, Sherry

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  15. AbatevintageSeptember 13, 2009 at 11:37 PM

    Oh Rebecca what a lovely post today. Children are so sweet and innocent. Take care and blessings.

    Hugs,
    Heidi

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  16. TaraSeptember 14, 2009 at 12:55 AM

    Very sweet. Out of the mouths of babes. I hope you have a beautiful week ahead of you!

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  17. MargieSeptember 14, 2009 at 9:45 AM

    How Cute! Good One! Love~Margie

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  18. AnonymousSeptember 14, 2009 at 9:52 AM

    That was darling. Kids can say the darnest things.

    Willow

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  19. SandiSeptember 14, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    I just love to hear the precious sayings of children. Thanks for sharing this !!
    Blssings~

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  20. My Pink & Cream CottageSeptember 15, 2009 at 12:57 AM

    One word coes to mind here.no wait two words...Just Priceless...

    Lynxxx

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  21. Stephanie ~ Angelic AccentsSeptember 17, 2009 at 2:26 PM

    Rebecca, this one is just adorable. Haven't heard it before. Our children do say the most wonderful, innocent things! And they often see things so much more clearly than we adults!

    Big TX Hugs,
    Stephanie
    Angelic Accents

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  22. Red HeadsOctober 4, 2010 at 1:14 PM

    I have just found your beautiful site. I am comforted by the readings & verses. I lost my oldest son in a mororccycle accident Nov. 2009 & my dear mother just Sept. 1st. 20l0, Igrieve for my son every moment of the day. So i am happy to read your blog. Dianne.

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  23. CarolynOctober 11, 2010 at 11:12 AM

    Rebecca, I am just now seeing this post (clicked on linked in)....this is so funny!! LOL! I love it!

    Hugs, Carolyn ~ Cottage Sunshine

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