"Daddy what is your purpose in this
life?"
"To make sure you and your sisters go to heaven."
This was a discussion I remember having with my dad
when I was younger. I remember the impact it had on me. I thought about it the
rest of the day and I still think about it today; especially as a mommy.
Tonight, my greatest role, purpose and calling as a
mommy, came to be, when Dax prayed the most precious prayer, had the most
precious discussion with our Pastor.
Then hearing Avery tell his story, of when Jesus
came into his heart. The details that he shared, are forever embedded within
me.
I share this precious news with you, because I know
what comes now. I know how much they need you, the Body to pray for them, over
them, and with them. I know how important each and everyday from here on out
will be, as they grow in their faith.
I know how much they will need to be surrounded by
others who seek to honor and please the Lord. I also know now that they belong
to Christ and there is nothing that can or will ever separate them from
Him.
I was able to get some amazing pictures of this
special moment, and I am so grateful that our Pastor and his wife shared this
amazing idea with us. It is something our boys and we will have and remember
forever. It will be so very special when they are grown and get to share their
story with their children.
My
sweetest boys, as you grow in your relationship with Christ, I pray your love
for Him will grow and flourish in a way that only He can do. I pray you will
listen to His promises and use them when you need strength, encouragement,
help, guidance, and wisdom. They will protect you, always! You are His now and
forever. There is nothing that can separate His love from you or for you. Seek
His will at all times. Keep your eyes upon Him. Let His Words penetrate deep
within you for they will give you a long life and radiant health. Always, be
mindful; always be on guard, alert, prayerful, and thankful. Understand that
you now join the Body of Christ and together that bond is stronger than any
bond. Always be clothed in the Armor of Christ, because Satan is relentless,
but he will never be victorious. Christ won the battle, sweet things, and you
are covered in His precious blood. May you always walk in His truth, live in
grace, love and forgiveness, and may your love and desire for Him be greater
than anything or anyone. May your relationship with Christ be the greatest
relationship of your life, and one that grows and grows, and produces a bond
and love like that fulfills you in everyway.
You are and will always be His. Your daddy and I are so proud of you,
and we look forward to serving and sharing Jesus with you. But more than that,
we are beyond thrilled to spend eternity in heaven with you forever.
