back to school ~ 2017

This week was back to school for most of these grandkids.

After a fun-filled summer,

a trip to China for Lucy,

time with cousins,

pool and jumping fun,

It's time for them to get back to work.

My blog is my journal and the place where

I keep important memories.

These kiddos mean the world to me.

They are growing so quickly.

I pray for them each day.

For God's protection.

There is bullying and meanness to contend with.

I pray that they will remember to be kind to others,

that they will share,

that they will always tell the truth and never lie.

I pray that they will remember that God made them,

that He loves them,

that He has given them a book, the Bible,

 that contains everything they need for life and godliness.

That they would love it and study it.

I pray that they will listen,

be respectful to their teachers,

do their work as unto the Lord.

I pray that they will always be thankful,

that they will obey their parents in all things.

I pray that they will be filled with joy and strength

and to always remember to pray and ask God for what they need.

What a gift are these children of our children!

What a joy to be their grandparents!

What a sobering duty to live out our faith before them...

to always point them to Jesus!!

To pray to the God of the universe on their behalf.

❤

*Photos by Erika and Amanda*