Have you been having enough fun with God lately?
We can approach God in many ways and for different reasons. It is good to bow before Him in deep awe as we worship. It’s wise to fall before Him with a contrite heart as we confess our sins. I also recommend that, on occasion, we approach Him as a beloved child who is excited to spend time with our Father who loves His children profoundly.
Remember the opening credits of The Andy Griffith Show? Andy is carrying his fishing pole and Opie is barefoot with a bamboo pole over his shoulder. They’re walking toward some pond or nearby lake to sit together and maybe catch some fish.
They smile as they walk because the good stuff has already begun. They are having fun together. When we do this with friends, we create a special bond with them. We want to do it again and perhaps for longer next time.
Christianity is a lot of things, but it’s also a warm, intimate, and occasionally fun relationship with our omnipotent, loving Father. Go watch the sunrise or sunset and tell God how great it is. You might think it sounds crazy but just try it once. Walk through the park and marvel at all He created. Bask in the joy of knowing that God put it there to delight you.
Rest in the fact that, if you sit quietly on that log with your proverbial bamboo pole, you can hear Him say, “I’m just crazy about you and I love spending time with you like this.” It may take some practice to hear Him, but I promise you that is what He is saying to all of His children.
Dave Carl
Creator, Paws & Tales