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See what love the Father has given us, that we should be called children of God. (1 Jn 3.1)
Have you ever deeply pondered on the fact that you are a child of God? If we allow it, this mystery can ignite a mystical journey from this moment forward.
Letting the reality of our true identity settle into our hearts is a magnificent grace – one that can free and empower us. It can remind us that God doesn’t make junk – and that, as his children, we are precious.
Nestling into the relationship as a child of his, we’ll be called to snuggle up to him, listen to him, praise him, thank him, take refuge in him, rejoice in him, run to him for help. And yes, take commands from him. Jesus knows us and we know him.
You see, Jesus is the Good Shepherd and not a hired hand. He gave his life for us. We’ve heard the story of the Good Shepherd hundreds of times. What does it mean? When Jesus sees evil or hard times befalling us, he does not run away. He is there with us in battle. A hired hand may run away because a hired hand might not care. Jesus the Son of God cares deeply. In fact, Jesus loves us! Will we lay down our lives for him?