I found this video title “One Child’s Most Exciting Day” whilst on my normal search for information and ideas on the World Wide Web earlier this week. I have spent parts of the last two days thinking about it. You will need to watch it to get the full picture, but essentially in this German ( I think) video about poverty, a child is asked to describe his most exciting day. As he describes visiting castles, eating feasts and sailing on boats, the images show he and his mother, at the unemployment office, at the food bank and in the washateria.
I have not been able to rationalize whether the video paints the child and his position in poverty in a positive or negative light. It seems to suggest that he is hiding the pain by telling a story, but I am not sure. I wonder if he has become content in his world, oblivious, or at least not dwelling in, his humble position in life. I can’t help but to think this is a good image of what our Lord says when he tells us to have “faith like a child”, and when he instructs us to be humble and content in all things.
3And he said: “I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. 4Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 18:3-4 (New International Version)
This child took a day that to an adult could be rather humiliating, boring, and mundane and turns it in a day full of adventure, excitement and promise. hm..
Take one minute today or this weekend to watch this video. Think about this boy’s perspective on life, and think about your own.
I don’t think I have fully grasped the complete message that is delivered in this 69 second spot, as my sub conscious continues to mull it over. But I do see that our attitude and viewpoint can make even the hardest day better. Enjoy Friday, enjoy the weekend, and find adventure and excitement in all your undertakings.
11I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:11-13 (New International Version)