1/28/2011

16 days old


In the wilderness of Marah, the Lord turned the bitter water sweet and after testing said, "I am the God who heals you".
From there the children of Israel traveled to Elim (meaning "strong trees") and camped amidst trees and springs of water. 
Deut. 8:2; Num. 33:9; Ex. 15:22-27


Our prayer as parents, is that Elim grow to be man "whose delight is in the law of the Lord and in His law he meditates day and night; like a tree planted by streams of water who brings forth fruit in it's season and leaves also shall not wither and whatever he does shall prosper." Psalm 1

"Who led them through the deep, as a horse in the wilderness that they might not stumble?
As a beast goes down into the valley, and the Spirit of the Lord causes him to rest, 
so You lead Your people to make Yourself a glorious name." 
Is 63:13-14

7 comments:

Elizabeth. said...

Oh, Elim is absolutely precious! The Lord is so faithful.

Joyfully in Jesus,
Elizabeth
P.S. Loved the photos...especially #2!

Rachel said...

What a dedication and prayer! He is absolutely precious, Jenica. Praising the Lord with you for his life!

Kari said...

Love this explanation of his name. Really precious and handsome little boy. You should be so proud, wow!

Nature Notes from Nadvornia said...

Congratulations on another gorgeous child and precious soul to nurture and train! Really love the meaning behind his name and your desire to honor and magnify the Lord in all that has happened. Enjoy these precious newborn moments!
- Sarah N.

Sarah Fritzler said...

Hi Jenica,
I just discovered your blog and it's so fun to see that your family is growing! Congratulations and I hope you are all well.

Lord Bless,
Sarah

fouros said...

I agree with all the other comments about the name Elim. Your photos are precious. Rachel kept us informed along the way, but I'm delighted to see such a joyful ending...or should I say beginning. Blessings!

Annie said...

Hi Jenica,
I posted about Elim's baby shower here:
http://daughterofhisgrace.blogspot.com/2011/02/welcome-precious-little-one.html
Blessings!
Annie