Big Love

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One of the best parts of my job as an elementary teacher is receiving little love notes, beautiful drawings, and lovingly created trinkets from my students. These gifts are given with such love, and they make my heart so happy. It's their special way of showing they care, and these precious little gifts come straight from their hearts to mine.

Some of my personal favorites over the years include a set of puppets made by one sweet friend for my "next puppet show," a paper bag purse, a poster for my fridge reminding me not to look at the solar eclipse, an original song written about me, a card saying "Mrs. R. You're the beast!" (best), a half-blown-up balloon, and a picture of a student and me holding hands as she reminded me that my mom is always with me. (For those who don't know, my mom passed away in 2022.) These gestures never get old and always bring a smile to my face.

​One particular card that will always hold a very special place of honor was from a student who was new to Canada and had very limited English. She presented me with a card that said so much in very few words. The card simply said, "I love you BIG BIG BIG!" I mean, come on! Does that not just touch your heart?

Little Lessons Learned by Dana

It is wonderful to be loved and to love others here on earth, but no matter how much we love someone, it could never compare with the love that our Heavenly Father has for us. He loves us with an unconditional love, an agape love, a love that will never change no matter what.

Many have never experienced a love like that, as loving people and being loved in our human strength can only go so far. In Ephesians 3:14, it talks about "how wide, how long, how high, how deep" is God's love for us.

​Just like my student articulated so beautifully: God loves you and me BIG BIG BIG! It is not because we are good, but simply because He is good.

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Are you a Christ follower, my friend? Do you realize how much Jesus longs to have a relationship with YOU? He could have made us all little robots who automatically served Him, but instead, He gave us free will. He wants us to come to Him freely, unreservedly, and accept this new life and love that only He offers.

Won't you accept Him as the Lord of your life today and experience a life and love like you have never known? He is waiting for you with open arms. Please don't wait any longer.
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Tuck that in your heart today ❤️ and repeat this prayer below if you would like to become a follower of Jesus:

Dear Jesus,
I admit that I am a sinner. I believe that You are God and are able to forgive me of my sins. I ask You to forgive me of my sins and become my personal Savior. Come into my heart and change me into the person I am meant to be. Help me to live for You from this day forward. Thank You for coming into my life and thank You for loving me as I am.

In Jesus's name,
Amen

Sending you a virtual hug,

​Dana

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Tags: classroom stories, elementary teacher, students, student gifts, love of God

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Author

Dana Romualdi is a Canadian elementary teacher, blogger, author, and speaker. She wholeheartedly desires to "love God and love people." With a passion for helping others and spreading much-needed encouragement, Dana makes a positive impact wherever she goes. She lives in Canada with her husband and two grown children. ​