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We Are His Children

Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in His sufferings in order that we may also share in His glory. ROMANS 8:17 NIV

Patricia was nervous yet excited. Today was the day: Baby Joy was being adopted. Patricia and the other caregivers at the facility had cared for Joy since birth, and now she was leaving with her forever family. The caregivers wanted to meet her new parents because they had all fallen in love with Joy. They had taken turns holding the precious baby for hours on end, and her smile always made them smile in return. They all knew this day would come, and while they were excited for Joy to meet her family, they would miss her terribly.

Joy seemed to know her family was coming to get her because she smiled all morning, and her big blue eyes twinkled with extra brightness. Throughout the morning, each staff member came up with various reasons to stop by Joy’s room for a final snuggle and a smile. It would be bittersweet to say goodbye to this precious little one. Shortly after ten, baby Joy’s family arrived. Patricia met with the parents in her office and shared with them basic instructions for feeding and baby care. Patricia really liked them; she could tell they were a loving couple and that Joy was going to a good home. Finally, the time came for Joy to meet her parents.

As Patricia placed the baby in her new father’s arms, Joy smiled brightly and filled the room with laughter. She was happy to finally have a family. She felt loved; she now had a home. Isn’t it wonderful to know that even when we feel forsaken by the world, we are accepted by God? We are His children; as such, we can run to Him in times of trouble or heartache. Today, take comfort in knowing that you are safe in your Father’s arms. He will provide for you and meet your every need. Rejoice today; you are His child!

LORD, thank You for accepting me and loving me unconditionally. I am so grateful to be Your child. When others reject me, help me remember that I belong to You. Amen.