I Am a Child of God
Years ago, when I was serving a church up in Jacksonville, almost every Sunday, our children’s ministry director led the children’s moment. And, almost every Sunday she would ask the children, “Who are you?” And, they would answer in unison, “I am a child of God!” This happened almost every Sunday: “Who are you?” “I am a child of God!”
One of our families ended up moving to Indiana. The father had a job transfer, and of course, we were sad to see them go. About two weeks after they moved, the mother called me. She said, “I have to tell you a funny story. Last week we went to visit Abby’s new school to get her registered. (Abby was their 2nd grader.) And when we met the principal, she was so sweet, and she leaned down, looked Abby in the eyes, and asked, “And, who are you, young lady?” And Abby replied a full voice, “I am a child of God!”
Isn’t that just great! I hope Abby never forgets that. And I hope you never forget that either.
In Isaiah, chapter 43, we read, “But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: Do not fear, for I have redeemed you. I have called you by name, you are mine…”
Let us pray: We thank you, O God, that you have called us by name and claimed us as your own. Remind us – especially through the trials of life – that in life and in death – we belong to you. Amen.
Daily Message Author: Joe Albright
Joe began his ministry in Sarasota, Florida as an associate pastor, and it was in this capacity that he worked alongside the Reverend Dr. Roger Kunkel. Roger was a colleague who became a mentor and treasured friend. From Sarasota, Joe was called to Jacksonville, Florida where he served as the Head of Staff at Hodges Boulevard Presbyterian Church. Currently, Joe and his family worship and serve at Geneva Presbyterian Church in Switzerland, Florida. Full Bio
