The 1981 movie Chariots of Fire included the story of Scottish Christian Eric Liddel, who participated in the 1924 Olympics for Great Britain.  He and his sister were destined for missionary service in China.  In the movie, his sister reminds Eric of their mission.  Eric replies, “But God also made me fast.  And I feel His pleasure when I run.”

Everything I learned I learned from the movies.  (Almost)  This statement about feeling God’s pleasure intrigued me.  I remembered many times when my boys were little.  I would take them to Disneyland, Sea World, or a park or zoo.  I would watch them play.  When they were happy, I was happy.  I loved to watch them enjoying themselves.  God is our Father, and He enjoys watching us play, too.   We are made in His image, so He has emotions, too.  He feels joy when we are happy at some wholesome activity.

I remember being on a hillside watching a beautiful sunset.  It was as if God painted it just for me to enjoy.  I thanked Him for the sunset.  It was if I could hear Him say, “I’m glad you like it.”