Super hero

I recently discovered I have super powers.

Natasha Colbaugh

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I can stop pain and tears from falling. I can also comfort the sad and anxious.

But these powers so far are limited to my one-year-old. The evidence is amazing. Merely by lifting him into my arms all the sadness and pain melts away. A scraped knee is no problem and a bad dream is instantly soothed and forgotten.

Each time I use these powers, I marvel at them.

My husband, who is often preferred for playtime over me, does not possess the same ability. In his daddy’s arms the pain is still too much to handle. But once mommy grabs him up and tells him, “Everything is alright,” it instantly becomes true.

Now, I know these are not true super powers like Super Man and Wonder Woman have.  But it is nice to know that for a short time I am able to soothe his discomfort. There will certainly be many moments in the future where I am looked upon for help or guidance. A scrape or bruise will certainly require my attention.

But one day I will have to tell him that I am not a super hero, that God is the ultimate healer and forgiver. All the power I have comes from Him. And one day when my little boy is a father he will have to tell his little one that he also is powerless.

I have to admit I want to be the person he goes to for every heartbreak and trouble, but once he is grown the powers I think I possess will melt away. Only Jesus will be able to heal him once he is grown, and guide him on his rightful path.

The other day, a co-workers daughter announced her salvation. Now surely her mother’s care is not obsolete. She still has to protect and provide for this little girl for many years. But knowing our children are believers lightens the burden.

We do all we can for our children and hope they will make the right decisions when they are older and presented with challenges.

So I guess my super powers are only available for a short time. I will have to use them wisely. And one day when these powers are no longer effective I will tell him about faith.