Our daughter had turned away from the teachings of her childhood to go her own way, BUT GOD did not turn away from her. He worked through the prayers of her family and the values that had been imbedded in her heart as a child. Even though we felt rather hopeless and wondered whether all our efforts as parents had been in vain, God had not given up on our daughter. Everything we had taught, the love we gave, the teachings we "built" into her, was not wasted. We could not SEE how God was working in her life, but He KNEW the final outcome, even when we despaired. The final chapter of her return began with an unplanned pregnancy. When she bore a beautiful little girl, God reminded her of her own upbringing and asked her what she wanted for her child. She chose God's way.
What Thanksgiving and joy resulted when she returned to God and her family! What better event to record here this Thanksgiving week!
When she was married to a dear Christian man six years later, she asked me, her Mom, to write a special poem for their wedding.
L O V E ' S D E S I G N My Sweetheart, my True Love, today is the day we will stand before God, by His grace. I will promise to love you 'till death do us part, as we stand heart-to-heart, face-to-face.
All my life I have waited for this special day -- for the one whom my soul yearned to love; For my answer to prayer, the "One" given to me from the heart of the Father above.
The years I have wasted in wandering afar are dim memories since I found You, As cold snow that melts swiftly and soon disappears when the Son's warming brilliance breaks through.
Soon our lives will entwine as we promise to walk from this day forth, always - together. With the light of our love and the joy of our Lord, we'll walk the bright path to forever. And lest we should forget, there's a dear little girl who's been sent by our Father's own plan To add giggles, delight, and a warm, trusting heart to our family, blessed by His hand!
As we pledge sacred vows of commitment and love in the hush of this glorious time, We'll rejoice in the splendor of what God has wrought and the excellence of His design!
I'm reminded of the Bible verse, "train up a child in the way he should go, and he shall not depart from it." :) It lives in these lines of reconciliation, redemption, and love - absolutely beautiful, Connie. Well done!
Beautiful sentiments, Connie. I'm sure glad your daughter has heard the voice of our Lord. Yes, He knows His sheep, and He will not see them lost. Isn't He wonderful? How can anyone not want to have Jesus in their life baffles me. I'm sure your Thanksgiving celebration was a splendid one indeed.
What a glorious time to celebrate the father's unfailing love!
I rejoice with you, in the happiness of your daughter, granddaughter and son-in-law! This marvelous Tribute you have penned, would make a beautiful Wedding Plaque..
God's Best to you all
Love&Hugs, Rhonda
Reviewed by Victor Buhagiar (Reader)
Reviewed on November 23, 2006
You should be proud to be a mother for you did your duty well and God will reward you for it. Victor
wow! what a mission then 'touchdown!' enjoyable read totally and happy for your family re the u-turn cheers
Reviewed by J M (Reader)
Reviewed on November 20, 2006
Beautiful poem and i love Gods promises to us to never leave them to keep them.. With our steadfast faith in him he turns them back.... God bless you all.
This should be somewhere for all to read. It is a glorious poem that uplifts the spirit,heart, and soul Connie! Kudo's! A great affirmation of right upbringing with Creator's touch!
A beautiful poem my dear friend...you know the bible teaches us that if we bring them up in the ways of the Lord that if they will return to those ways.
Happy Holidays
and many blessings,
Joyce Bowling
Oh, Connie! For once AuthorsDen has been graced with a piece of work that beyond the grasp of many writers. One of the most amazing poems I have seen, and your optimism SHINES bright as God's light. May I thank you, on behalf of your daughter, for accepting her little girl and HER despite the mistakes and paths she has chosen during her live. Your love, forgiveness and trust are amazing and only those qualities could allow one to write such a wonderful, wonderful piece.
THIS is a Thanksgiving poem. A true one. Enough with the turkeys, corn, Indians and pilgrims. As adults, it's our responsibility to maturely write what Thanksgiving really is *now*.
Just absolutely splendid.
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What a glorious time to celebrate the father's unfailing love!
I rejoice with you, in the happiness of your daughter, granddaughter and son-in-law! This marvelous Tribute you have penned, would make a beautiful Wedding Plaque..
God's Best to you all
Love&Hugs, Rhonda
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Happy Holidays
and many blessings,
Joyce Bowling
THIS is a Thanksgiving poem. A true one. Enough with the turkeys, corn, Indians and pilgrims. As adults, it's our responsibility to maturely write what Thanksgiving really is *now*.
Just absolutely splendid.