DADDY DUTY

"Amen, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven." - Matthew 18:3.  

The young man rocked his two month old baby in the stroller, back and forth, during the Mass. The child was quiet, not fussy. When it came time for Holy Communion, he cradled the baby in his arms so the little one could receive the Lord's blessing from the priest. As the young man left the church, he stopped at the Holy Water font and traced a wet cross on his baby's forehead.  

The father had "daddy duty" this day. It was heartwarming to see how the father cherished his child, and wished to give all the blessings the church has to offer his little one.  

Does not our Father do the same? Do you become quiet so the Lord can embrace you in his arms, and give you all he has to offer?  

Become like a child and let your Father cherish you.  

Abba, Father, I long for Your care and Your blessing. Trace the sign of Your love on me. Amen.  

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