When our kids were little, I loved Christmas eve when a gift had 'some assembly required'. Those words meant pulling out my tools and spending a long night of putting together something that would be adored and appreciated by the recipient the next morning.
There was a sense of anticipation, on my part, as little feet ran to the gift that I had, painstakingly, followed directions to assemble. The thrill in their eyes as they took in the wonder of this new possession, gave me a sense of pride because I knew what went into making that moment possible. They didn't know the struggle, the sweat (or the sorrow, upon finding a part was missing). They only saw the finished product.
Our families are of much greater value than a Christmas toy. They are a gift of heritage that we leave to our children and, ultimately, to the Creator of all things.
Shouldn't we painstakingly follow the directions He has given us to ensure the completion of the gift He has placed in our care? 'Some Assembly Required' is exactly where our families are continually. In need of care as the assembly process is ongoing.
We hope to provide ideas, some direction, and a little laughter on this blog as we work together to follow the blueprints to building stronger homes.
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