For the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph…
Put on, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience… Colossians 3:12
Among all the genres of viral videos out there, one that I find most affecting is one I’d call “Children meeting their newborn siblings for the first time.”
From teens to toddlers, those moments are nothing but joy. Even small children break into happy tears when their tiny swaddled-up brother or sister is gently placed in their arms. What a mysterious, profound bond is family love!
In Jesus, those natural bonds of “mutual affection,” as Paul calls them elsewhere (Romans 12:10), are expanded. Baptized into him, we’re all brothers and sisters now, called to treat each other with that profound, deeply rooted love and to welcome one another into our lives with open arms and gratitude for the unique gift each one brings into this family—this family of God.
Father, help me grow in love for the brothers and sisters I have in you.
Contributor, Living Faith
This is a guest post from Amy Welborn, who will be offering a keynote at our upcoming Living Faith retreat in June. Retreat details are HERE. Learn more about Amy Welborn at LivingFaith.com.
