Train up a child in the way he should go, And when he is old he will not depart from it. Prov 22:6 (NKJV)
(Emma is already blessed, because she has been born into a family that loves God and loves her. Her parents want to dedicate Emma to the Lord--so, tomorrow at church, the family that is Believers Church will pray a prayer of blessing over Emma's life, while vowing to be a part of the extended family that trains her up to be a follower of Christ. This is a crucial part of our calling as the Body of Christ)
Dear Emma,
Your life is a precious gift to your parents and to the rest of your family--including all the brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, grandparents, great grandparents that make up Believers Church. The Bible tells us that "we" are a part of your family and we affirm that claim. We have great expectations of what you will become as you travel down life's road, but even now we see the great potential that God has already placed in you. You are a beautiful child--eyes that sparkle with life--a quick and easy smile--a pleasing personality--our hearts are smitten. To say that we "love you" cannot fully communicate the depth of our affliction--but never doubt this truth: You are loved and cherished.
To say such words without any action to back up our claim would be to fall short of what God has called us to be in your life. We, the family of God, are here to surround your life with friends and spiritual siblings, with people who believe in you and pray for you, with mentors who will teach you by example and with Bible-centered teaching, with a community of people committed to loving you and being there for you...ultimately, we are here to assist your parents in training you up in the ways of the Lord.
What does the future hold for you? We know from experience that life is not always easy, and that God uses life's challenges to strengthen and deepen our faith in Him. In spite of life's troubles, we firmly believe that God will work all things out for your good. We also believe that you will be able to do all things through Christ who is your strength. Make Christ your King and He will never leave you nor forsake you. He will be the Rock on which you will stand. Our dear Emma--we believe that God is going to use your life to do great things in His Kingdom. May the Lord bless you and keep you--may He keep you in good health and grant you a long life--may your life bring glory and honor to His name!
Believers Church July, 2013
(Emma is already blessed, because she has been born into a family that loves God and loves her. Her parents want to dedicate Emma to the Lord--so, tomorrow at church, the family that is Believers Church will pray a prayer of blessing over Emma's life, while vowing to be a part of the extended family that trains her up to be a follower of Christ. This is a crucial part of our calling as the Body of Christ)
Dear Emma,
Your life is a precious gift to your parents and to the rest of your family--including all the brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, grandparents, great grandparents that make up Believers Church. The Bible tells us that "we" are a part of your family and we affirm that claim. We have great expectations of what you will become as you travel down life's road, but even now we see the great potential that God has already placed in you. You are a beautiful child--eyes that sparkle with life--a quick and easy smile--a pleasing personality--our hearts are smitten. To say that we "love you" cannot fully communicate the depth of our affliction--but never doubt this truth: You are loved and cherished.
To say such words without any action to back up our claim would be to fall short of what God has called us to be in your life. We, the family of God, are here to surround your life with friends and spiritual siblings, with people who believe in you and pray for you, with mentors who will teach you by example and with Bible-centered teaching, with a community of people committed to loving you and being there for you...ultimately, we are here to assist your parents in training you up in the ways of the Lord.
What does the future hold for you? We know from experience that life is not always easy, and that God uses life's challenges to strengthen and deepen our faith in Him. In spite of life's troubles, we firmly believe that God will work all things out for your good. We also believe that you will be able to do all things through Christ who is your strength. Make Christ your King and He will never leave you nor forsake you. He will be the Rock on which you will stand. Our dear Emma--we believe that God is going to use your life to do great things in His Kingdom. May the Lord bless you and keep you--may He keep you in good health and grant you a long life--may your life bring glory and honor to His name!
Believers Church July, 2013
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