The first time I held my child was right after I gave birth. While still attached with the umbilical cord he was placed on my bare stomach and chest for about ten to fifteen minutes. Most of that time was a blur to me. Everyone was still all excited and in enjoying the moment that he entered the world.
I recently received a copy of the book The Power of a Praying Parent and have really enjoyed reading in it and finding out just how powerful our prayers can be for our children and ourselves. I have really enjoyed the prayer section at the end of each chapter. Omartian offers a suggested prayer to say on behalf our children.
Don’t panic! Although in less than a week my family and I will be relocating 5 states away and I have a 5 page to do list, I must not panic … it doesn’t help Pray! about the situation, the changes and the needs of the family. Fast! in worship of the Lord and what [...]
