The Love Of A Child

And Jesus called a little child unto him, and set him in the midst of them, And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven. Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 18:2-4

God has so richly blessed my love with the wonderful children and grandchildren He has given me.  Their love is abounding and free, full of grace and mercy.  Their laughter and love of life is abounding.  It is no wonder Jesus said we must become like these little children to be saved.  We must open our hearts toward Him with that same awe, wonder, trust and love that children have.

The Love of a Child

By Effie Darlene Barba

 

There is nothing quite like

The love of a child

The sparkle of wonder

The laughter so wild

 

With perfect delight

They understand grace

And never are bothered

By age, weight or race

 

So quick to reach out

Their arms open wide

To share of their joy

To sit by your side

 

No wonder the Lord

Bid us to be

More like a child

With hearts full of glee

 

Gracious with love

Eyes open to see

His gift from above

To set our hearts free

 

Blessed and beloved

Way above measure

That I be His child

And He be my treasure

[bctt tweet=”There is no love more freely given, rich with grace; than the love of a child.” username=”effiedarlene”]

[tweetthis]There is no laughter or joy more beautiful than that of a child.[/tweetthis]

[bctt tweet=”If each of us could embrace God’s love with that same wonder, faith and awe of a child.” username=”effiedarlene”]

©Effie Darlene Barba, 2016

Disclosure of Material Connection: I have not received any compensation for writing this post.  I have no material connection to the brands, products, or services that I have mentioned.  I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Poetry Sunday: Natalie’s Song

I have been so amazed by God’s wondrous grace in my life.  He has blessed me with gifts overflowing, so much more than I ever deserved.  He gave me children and now grandchildren that are so precious, loving, and kind.  What is more amazing is how I have IMG_1143watched His Grace reach out to teach each and everyone of Himself.  It has been His Grace that lead them to a knowledge of Him.8 The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy.9 He will not always chide: neither will he keep his anger for ever.10 He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities.11 For as the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his mercy toward them that fear him.12 As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us.13 Like as a father pitieth his children, so the Lord pitieth them that fear him.14 For he knoweth our frame; he remembereth that we are dust.15 As for man, his days are as grass: as a flower of the field, so he flourisheth.16 For the wind passeth over it, and it is gone; and the place thereof shall know it no more.17 But the mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto children’s children” (Psalm 103)

What Amazing Grace toward me that He would bless me with the time I have spent with Natalie, my granddaughter.  I hope you enjoy this song for her.

Natalie’s Song

By Effie Darlene Barba

 

The twinkle in her deep brown eyes

The smile that lights her face

Her words at times so deep and wise

With gentle touch of grace

 

She laughs and plays with awe struck joy

The wonder life does bring

With Emmy, Sophie or a toy

Her heart with joy does sing

 

You blessed her Lord with Mom and Dad

A special pair indeed

Safely in their love she’s clad

While gently they do lead

 

As I bow my head today

To seek your presence, Lord

I ask you guide her heart to say

“God is my true reward”

 

CHORUS:

That her light shine bright

In the dark of the night

Let her song sing forth to the world

With a joy filled glee

Your glory to see

In the heart of this little girl

 

Lord I ask you guide her steps

As only you can do

When journeys lead to valleys depth

Or mountains come in view

 

Hold her in your loving arms

To wipe away each tear

Protecting her from all life’s harms

And drive away each fear

 

Let your joy so fill her heart

With love for your dear son

Through faith and hope that you impart

Her victory has been won

 

CHORUS:

Lord, I ask for one more thing:

That her light shine bright

In the dark of the night

Let her song sing forth to the world

With a joy filled glee

Your glory to see

In the heart of this little girl

[bctt tweet=”The greatest gift that I can ever give my grandchildren is to point them to Christ.”] [bctt tweet=”Oh, Lord be gracious once more to me and let my life reflect you.”]  [bctt tweet=”Without your guiding hand and your love, Dear Heavenly Father, I can do nothing of worth.”]Continue with your amazing grace as you touch each of my grandchildren and lead them to a saving knowledge of you as they each reach the age of understanding. 

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©2015 Effie Darlene Barba

Disclosure of Material Connection: I have not received any compensation for writing this post.  I have no material connection to the brands, products, or services that I have mentioned.  I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.