There is a Truth in which we are all like St. Joseph. While unlike him, our children are conceived naturally, nevertheless there is an aspect of their nature that is a miracle - that is, both the actual creation, but especially their immortal souls.
Looking at my newborn baby, a profound mystery strikes me: this is my child, and yet he also has an immortal soul given by God, his Father in Heaven.
Just like St. Joseph, this child is also to be obedient to us in so far as we teach it the good, but he may have a higher mission from God.
My duty is to protect and raise the child, keep him healthy, but ultimately his purpose is infinitely above me, it is His purpose.
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