When it was confirmed that our baby was coming, as first time parents we had mixed emotions and excitement. Yes it was a baby boy, and then all the preparation followed like prenatal visits and preparing for baby stuffs. It was not easy but exciting.
At last Baby Jeid came, an additional member of the family. He was not aware that we needed to adjust our priorities to make him a part in our circle. We has sleepless nights when he cries for milk or needs a diaper change. Sometimes it’s frustrating but rewarding. But when he begins to smile and communicate in baby talks,fatigues are gone!
It is the love of a baby that is much welcomed that makes the difference.
How do we love the spiritual babies that are born in the church? Often times they come to the church helpless and in need of much attention as a new member. Sad to say that at times we treat them as adults for which they are not yet ready. We serve solid food while they need milk yet. We leave them alone to walk while they still need a spiritual stroller and walker, and if not attended they will stumble and fall.
Like Jten and I welcomed baby Jeid with tight embraces, and taking time for bonding & nurturing,in like manner we need to care for those spiritual babes that will come to our church.
By Daryl May Huilar
Daryl is pictured with her new baby boy Jeid, and her husband Jten.
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