Jesus Loves the Little Children… Does this phrase bring a certain song to your mind?
That song is in my mind while thinking of a recent evening gathering. It was a celebration of how one Cincinnati charitable organization, Whole Again, works with organizations to share Christ’s love. Churches, schools and other groups sponsor summer programs that include breakfast and lunch. The witness of loving hundreds of children this past summer was celebrated.
Discussion around our table was filled with ways to share love with children. Helping allay fears. Encouraging prayer. Sharing consequences. Feeding their bodies, minds and spirits.
Inspiring!
Ted Williams – a man known more for his baseball swing than his philosophical tendencies – said something along these lines: a man never stands so tall as when he stoops to help a child.
POTENTIAL ACTION: can you find an additional way to love a little child today? I can see you growing taller even while you think that through… 🙂
Enjoy the day, filled with the Spirit!
Lectionary Texts for Sunday, September 1, 2019:
- Jeremiah 2:4-13 and Psalm 81:1, 10-16
- Sirach 10:12-18 or Proverbs 25:6-7 and Psalm 112
- Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16
- Luke 14:1, 7-14
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