"There is a time for everything and a season for every activity under heaven." Ecclesiastes 3:1

Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Look Who's on the Move



Oh, this sweet boy,
nearly getting lost at the end of the line
as he grows out of baby stage
without much fanfare about what he can do.
So how can I even begin to express
the covert joy he has brought!
As his achievements sneak up on us,
I want him to know his special place,
and the truth that his life matters.

What I know is that a long time ago,
I had my conversations with God
about giving our son a son -
yet only if he would have a heart to know Him.
After three girls - our joy and delight -
I was content to believe 
that all was right and good.
Their family was beautiful, complete.
 Our family was!

Or so I thought until one day -
the unexpected announcement!
With which, in a hallowed moment,
I could not help but know -
even in my unworthiness - know for certain -
that this is the boy I prayed for!
In God's perfect timing
He has given me my petition,
the one I asked of Him.

And oh, how fun the glimpses I get!
But greater still, 
the joy to know Whose he is -
our youngest and dearly loved -
with a tender heart, a soft smile,
leaning in to meet face to face,
forehead to forehead 
in baby embrace.
I sure do love you Jack Benjamin!
♡♡♡


10 comments:

Elaine said...

This is so touching and to know in that "hallowed moment" God witnessed to your spirit that this was the boy you prayed for.

ellen b said...

Such a sweet blessing form the Lord. He is such a cutie.

charlotte mgcc said...

he us absolutely precious! So awesome that God honored the desires of your heart.

Rosella said...

Oh how absolutely lovely and touching! What a sweet little boy he is and he sure knew how to choose the best grandparents ever!

Vicki said...

Great post, Anneliese, and a sweet, beloved boy!

Elsie said...

The youngest in a crowd of many grandchildren but a unique and precious gift to all his family. He doesn't yet know how blessed he is :)

Beck's Bulletin said...

So beautifully said, as always!

Anita said...

What beautiful words for a beautiful boy! We have two sweet boys and I am ever so much in love with both... God knows best!

Judy said...

Lovely words for your beloved grandson!

Kathie said...

So beautiful! What a dear little boy -our little Peter loves to do the same forehead to forehead move. Sweet!! I've been having some "conversations" with the Lord about something very dear to my heart as well. And look forward to the day when I can write about His answer in our life.