Monday, July 25, 2016

A Letter to Maggie: On Your Dedication

Sweet Maggie Maloy,

God answered so many prayers when He gave you to us, so many prayers that I didn’t even know my heart was asking for. When we learned we were pregnant with you, life looked very different. Our family looked very different, and all we knew then was complete joy and celebration, so excited that you would be joining our family.
During my pregnancy with you, heartbreak struck, and Grandma Rose went to be with Jesus in Heaven. Our family went through a devastating time, one I wasn’t sure we’d ever be able to get through. I wasn’t sure I’d have anything to offer you, sweet girl, because I was so very broken inside. But then you came into our world, and God began some healing in my heart, sparking a part of my soul that I thought had died. You brought me hope. You brought our family hope, and a joy that we so desperately needed.
God knew we needed you, Maggie, and He designed all of this from the very beginning. He knew all along what would happen this year, and He planned for you to arrive at just the right time to restore our faith. God has been in control all along, our lives are ordained by Him, and we belong to our Father God, Who designs good things for us.
You are beautifully and uniquely made by The God of Heaven who loves you so very much. You will fulfill His purposes and plans in a way that only you can, and I aways want you to know deep down in your heart what a treasure you are. You are a daughter of The King, and nothing, and no one, can ever steal away your worth.
Daddy and I will do all we can to raise you up in the secure love of our Father. We will teach you how to walk with Jesus, and learn His desires for your life. We will help you and encourage you, reminding you of what a gift you are, and point you back to scripture as you navigate life. We will raise you to grow in the power of our resurrected King, and live in the freedom and grace that God so lovingly pours out on His children. We will create a safe and loving home for you, a place you can always return to, and find shelter from the world. We will love you unconditionally, and always praise God for you, and acknowledge the priceless gift that you are.
God has given you to us, but we know that you belong to God first, and we commit your little life over to Him, knowing that you are safe in His arms. The plans He has for you are good, and we can’t wait to watch you accomplish them, and go on to do great things in The Name of our Savior. We will always pray for your safety, protection, and good health, and for your feet to remain firmly planted in the Word of God.
Keep growing strong little one, this world needs you, needs the hope that you can offer, and the joy you have in your heart. Your Mommy and Daddy love you, and will always be right here by your side, cheering you on.

All our love,

Mommy & Daddy

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