God loves children.
Over the past few years my wife really has developed her painting skills. Today we have about 40 big and small paintings all over our house. I feel as if I am living in a gallery. One thing all the painting has in common is that it started off as a blank canvas. A picture in my wife’s head slowly takes shape until you have a finished product.
Last year we announced that we would have a baby-dedication service. In the end, 18 babies, 36 parents, about 50 grandparents and many godparents stood in the front of the church waiting to be prayed for.
As I took each of the 18 babies in my arms to pray a blessing over them, I could not help thinking about my wife’s paintings. Each child is a blank sheet filled with potential.
Over time we allow God to create a masterpiece, each one unique and valuable.
Imagine how amazing the world would be if every child became what God intended him or her to be. Jesus said, “Don’t hinder the children but allow them to come to me.”
God bless our children.
