The Little Girl that Jesus Loves

Imagine a girl of elementary school age walking into a church, a place that she had not been before, being called forth by a minister. The minister anointing her head with oil and praying for her. Can you see her? Maybe it's easier for me because I experienced it. I am that little girl.

What fascinates me is that I-- who had no reference to such things would be so willing and curious about such things. I didn't resist. I willingly went when called. When I look back I see that was one occasion of God putting His mark on my life, claiming me as His own. This is why it's true for me when I say

I love Him because He first loved me.

Years ago when I was in college and struggling in my emotions God sent a beautiful person who would speak into my life healing words. She said to me in one of our conversations, S. you are called and you are chosen. I didn't receive it at that moment. Partly because my issue of not feeling worthy and partly because I think I still had to get understanding on what that meant.

Today is the day of understanding and I am thankful that I am the little girl that Jesus loves.

I would love to read your comments of the little girl or boy that Jesus loves from you.