Uniquely Themselves

Children are so marvelously different! Under one roof I have a genius-galactic scientist, fashion diva artist and a train engineer-sword slinger! Wow! it amazes me! I stand in awe of their creator who made each one uniquely themselves!

Holy Father, I praise you for the uniqueness of each child that you allow to come into this world. They are truly fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14)! You alone know every hair on their head because you knit them together in their mother's womb(Psalm 139:13). Lord, allow us to delight in the differences of our children and guide them to a better understanding of your purposes for their lives. We claim the promise that you know the plans you have for our children. They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give a future and a hope.
(Jer 29:11) You alone know these plans and we put our faith in you. Help us to be good stewards of the precious lives you have entrusted to us! Amen

A Minor Procedure

Our baby had tubes put in his ears this morning and the doctor's said it was a simple, quick procedure with little to no risk involved. In all honesty, it couldn't been any easier. However, as I sit reflecting on the morning, I am overwhelmed with the knowledge that no matter how minor a procedure the Lord was there. The Lord of the universe cares! I am amazed and humbled! Lord, my praise is all for YOU!

Praise you Father for children's prayers
Praise you Lord for friends who care
Praise you Father for a doctors steady hand
Praise you Abba for our Little Man

And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and gone tomorrow, won't he more surely care for you? You have so little faith!
Matthew 6:30

Joy of the Lord

Holy Father,
In a world full of earthly pleasure and negative influences I pray that our childeren will find their true since of joy in you alone. I pray that they will be overcome with joy because of your unfailing love, for your know there troubles and care about their souls. (Psalm 31:5) As they grow, I pray that they will search for you so that they will be filled with joy and gladness. (Psalm 40:11) Lord, I pray that you grant our family the joy of your presence each and every day. (Psalm 16:11)
In Jesus Name,
Amen

Praise in Advance

Dear Lord,
I praise you in advance for the time our family will share this summer. May your presence surround our home and fill us with the joy that only comes from you. I pray that our family will grow in humility and gentleness as we bear with one another in love.(1 Peter3:15) Show us each day how to honor one another above ourselves.(Romans 12:10)
In Jesus Holy Name,
Amen

I Believe

I Believe that there is no such thing as a perfect parent
I Believe that our children will stretch us and challenge us
I Believe that we will get tired , worn out and frustrated
I Believe in undconditional love and inexpressable joy
I Believe that our children are God's greatest gift
I Believe they are our responsibility
I Believe in Grace and mercy
I Believe in structure and discipline
I Believe I can not do it on my own
I Believe God's word is living and active
I Believe in the POWER of Prayer

for these reasons and so many more . . . I choose to "Stand in the Gap" for those the Father has intrusted to me!