Prayers of Blessing for Baby Jordan

I know that many of you are curious about how the rest of our story played out yesterday and I will try to share that with you at some point. But, tonight, my mind is still struggling to put all of the details together in a comprehensible way. I will say, though, that we have felt and are OVERWHELMED by the prayers and support from our family and friends. Healing is definitely happening and our hope is returning. God has been using His people to bring us comfort and we are thankful for each and every one of you! For now, I wanted to share one of the blessings and prayers that we left Jordan with yesterday morning. The reason I am picking this one to share with you is because when I finished reading it, little Jordan had a smile on his face. (I know some of you may argue that it was gas, but I choose to believe that it was a smile!)

"Jordan, I want nothing more than for you to always keep God's word, live in His truth, and fulfill His purpose for your life. May you live in all the goodness that God has for you. May you be perfected by His love and life flowing through you. May you learn to rely not on your own strength so that you grow weary, but rather lean on the Lord's strength so that you are renewed in His presence. May you always trust His working in your life (1 John 2:5).

Lord, may a healthy fear and knowledge of You be the foundation upon which Jordan builds his life and future. May he turn to You for all decisions so that he doesn't make poor choices. Help him to see that all the treasures of wisdom are hidden in You and that You give them freely when we ask for them. As he seeks guidance from you over the years, Lord, pour it liberally upon him so that all his paths will be peace filled, his life will be blessed, and his future will be bright." (Stormie Omartian)

Jordan may have only been in our arms for three days, but he will remain in our hearts and in our prayers for the rest of our lives. We are so thankful to God for giving Jordan to the world and for allowing us to share in a small part of his life. May God bless you, baby Jordan, and your family with stability, peace, and love as begin your life together. We will always love you...