Ted Weis (from an article on bible.org) explains dedications better than I can. So here is a little excerpt for those reading who don’t really know what a dedication is about:
“Children are a gift from God. Psalm 127:3 proclaims that "Sons are a heritage from the Lord, children a reward from Him." As believers we are called to recognize that children belong first and foremost to God. God in his goodness gives children as gifts to parents. They not only have the awesome responsibility of caring for this gift, but also the wonderful privilege of enjoying the gift. Because children belong to God and are given by grace as gifts to parents, it is only proper and appropriate that children be dedicated back to God.
Dedicating a child acknowledges God's sovereignty not only over the child, but also Mom and Dad. Parents present their child before God and His people asking for grace and wisdom in carrying out their responsibilities. Parents also come praying that their child might one day trust Jesus Christ as Savior for the forgiveness of sin.”
David with Mommy....he's pooped out from all the excitement.....missing the reception of cookies and punch.
Nana with Liam.....who is not missing the cookies and punch! :)
Back at home.....Liam being silly with David while they are playing on the floor. David laughs at the silly things Liam does....which totally encourages a 3 year old to be even sillier!
The day is drawing to a close and little ones are getting tired....oh....and the big 'uns are getting tired too!
Hubby and I had a nice time being part of the newest generations dedication to the Lord.
4 comments:
Rejoicing for you Nana sweet.Soak in those memories till your fingers get all pruney.
Good ole Webster says it nicely too. If you already looked it up there forgive the repetition. I love baby dedications, I always cry!
Oh and Liam is looking so grown up these days. Maybe it is because the recent photos I have seen of him lack his curly locks flouncing.
dedication
DEDICATION, n.
1. The act of consecrating to a divine Being, or to a sacred use, often with religious solemnities; solemn appropriation; as the dedication of Solomons temple.
2. The act of devoting or giving to.
3. An address to a patron, prefixed to a book, testifying respect and recommending the work to his protection and favor.
I love that picture of Jen!! So sweet.
P.S. I can't wait to see you guys tomorrow for gobble gobble day!!!
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