‘He is like a shepherd, gathering the lambs in his arms …’
Returning from a war zone, the soldier stepped through the arrivals lounge, into four sets of loving arms.
He was embraced by his wife, handed his new baby, a toddler circled his legs and his little daughter hung onto his remaining arm, tears glistening on her cheeks.
Arms that had waited so long for his safe return now hugged him with joy.
In that entwined moment, the soldier and his family were transformed and happy.
They became a whole unit, secure and newly empowered by their love for each other.
Our arms can be used in the myriad ways of care, encouragement and mutual acceptance.
At times a good hug says all the words that are needed.
As life evolves, parts of us wander away, lost and alone.
It is possible to become frightened and disoriented.
We hold on to the parable of the lost lamb and know that he is especially there for the most wayward.
We call on him and he will hold us in strong and tender arms.
Jesus, our shepherd, you are there for us with unconditional love, waiting to lead us back to a state of wholeness.
"Lord Jesus, nothing escapes your watchful gaze and care."
"May I always walk in the light of your truth and never stray from your loving presence."
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