I am a Child of God

To all who receive Him, who believe in His name, He gave the right to become children of God. – John 1:12

By far my favorite family tradition at Christmas is visiting an orphanage called His Little Feet in nearby Windsor, Colorado. The children, from places like India, Ethiopia, Haiti, and Kenya, are on tour for one year singing, dancing and telling their stories in churches across America.  They bring the message of the gospel and teach about why loving the most vulnerable children on this planet is God’s will on earth. 

We arrive at His Little Feet with a carload of presents made possible with the help of close friends and families.  We surround their tree with gifts of baby dolls, matchbox cars, puzzles, games, and crafts.  We share a meal, play silly games, sing Happy Birthday to Jesus at the top of our lungs, then stuff ourselves with cake and ice cream.  The ending of our time together is by far the most special part in my heart.

We gather all together in the living room and the children sing Christmas songs.  I cry tears of joy every time.  Last year, the kids sang their new favorite song, No Longer Slaves.  

One of their leaders had shared with me over birthday cake that when the children first arrive in Colorado, the fear from their old lives often follows them.  Although safe in warm beds, many are wracked by night terrors.  The staff of His Little Feet have a brilliant battle plan to combat the enemy’s lies and fight against the fear.  They pray over the children before bed, play quiet worship music, and teach them about their true identity.  Every child knows he or she is God’s beloved child.

I will never forget the night at His Little Feet when nineteen orphans belted out, 

“From my mother’s womb, You have chosen me.  Love has called my name.  I’ve been born again into your family.  Your blood flows through my veins.  I’m no longer a slave to fear.  I AM A CHILD OF GOD!” 

They don’t know their mothers, but they know God chose them for His family. They are not orphans in God’s sight.  They are His beloved children.  

And so are you, dear one.  When you know your true identity, you can fight fear with God’s truth.  You are adopted into His family.  His blood flows through your veins. You are no longer a slave to fear, you are free because you are God’s child.  Walk in the inheritance you’ve been given today and every day.  

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