It’s Friday and I am joining the community hosted by Kate Motaung. For five minutes we write fast and free. The prompt is: WEAK
Above my writing desk I have a frame with a picture of each of my children. Below their picture is the verse that my husband and I chose for their dedication. Our desire was for each child to know and depend on the Lord.
For our oldest daughter: The Lord will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail. Isaiah 58:11
For our son who has gone on to be with the Lord: Be my rock of refuge to which I can always go; give the command to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress. Psalm 71: 3
For our second daughter: But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31
And for our second son: As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is flawless. He is a shield for all who take refuge in him. For who is God besides the Lord? And who is the rock except our God? It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way perfect. Psalm 18: 30-32
Each of these verses point to the Lord’s strength. When we chose these verses we did not know the trials that would come and the depth of our family’s need for God’s strength. Now, when I read these verses I can praise God because He has been faithful in providing strength and refuge for each of our children.
It is true. We are weak and have a great need for God’s grace, mercy and strength.
The Lord is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation. Psalm 118:14
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How precious, Carol! I love that you had chosen verses, a different one, for each child. Beautiful post. Thanks so much for sharing ❤️
Isn’t that what we want most for our kids, strength? That was great. https://writeitout2017.wordpress.com/2017/02/17/weak-5-minute-prompt/