We are eagerly awaiting the birth of our first great-grandchild! Our grandson Kodey and his wife Mariah are going to be first time parents. The due date for the arrival of their little one was yesterday.
Kodey and Mariah are excited (and a bit terrified) about
becoming parents. Their parents are thrilled that they will be grandparents! And
lots of siblings are looking forward to being aunts and uncles! We are all
anxious to welcome this little boy.
Lives will change with his arrival—daily living, special moments, goals, priorities, relationships, attitudes. Each person connected to him will be profoundly affected when this little boy comes into our world.
Though earthly, the dramatic effects of the birth of a child remind me of the life-altering spiritual changes that occur when a person begins a relationship with Jesus. 2 Corinthians 5:17 says, "Anyone who is joined to Christ is a new being; the old is gone, the new has come." (GNT). There is a profound spiritual rebirth that takes place, resulting in a new identity!
Jesus’ advent into our lives affects how we think, act, and speak. It changes relationships and lifestyles. His presence enlarges our view of ourselves and others. We are never the same! Ezekial 36:26 says, “I will give you a new heart and a new mind. I will take away your stubborn heart of stone and give you an obedient heart.” God is adamant that He can changes us–and desires to do so!
As much as the birth of a baby modifies the dynamics of our lives, the transformation that occurs when we ask Jesus to forgive and lead us is even more monumental! Have you experienced it? 1 Timothy 2:3-4 assures us, "God wants everyone to be saved and to come to know the truth." Welcome Him!
Be encouraged!
