Toddlers...

My granddaughter has learned that she has immense control over her little brother! She knows that if she jumps on the bed, he'll jump on the bed... if she sits quietly, most likely he will, too. As a result of this new found knowledge, I have virtually lost my mind! LOL

My son sat her down this morning and explained to her that she is "the big sister". It's her responsibility to be a role model to her brother... showing him the correct way to act. He patiently told her that she shouldn't show him things that are gonna get the little guy hurt or in trouble. She sat there so angelically, soaking in each word he said, and the second he left the room... Well, let's just say jumping on the bed is soooo much fun! (Unfortunately, children/toddlers haven't completely developed a little thing called "impulse-control" yet.)

That's kinda like it is for adults when it comes to sin. We know what God expects of us. We know what is best for us. BUT...

We are human - No matter how hard we try to lead a sinless life, we will fail; but that doesn't mean that we should just quit trying. Everyday we should strive to live a Christ-like life. Having done that, every night we can say our prayers, knowing that we've done our best, and that Jesus loves us just the same.