my sweet baby on loan from above
no better treasure could i more love
i stand here beside your bed as i pray
i lay my hand on your head and i say:
may you grow up to serve Him in all of your days
may He lead you and guide you in all of your ways
may His hand bless your future with friendships that last
may you cherish your youth and not grow up too fast
i stare and wonder at your tiny frame
just to think that God knows you by name
He knows every hair on your beautiful head
He knows your thoughts before they are said
may God grant you peace in the midst of a storm
may God give you strength even when you're forlorn
may you answer the door when Jesus comes knocking
may wisdom guide when your mouth is talking
may discretion protect you and keep you pure
may you never stumble or fall for a lure
may your heart remain humble to the very end
may uprightness and truth be what you defend
may the world not ensnare or change who you are
may the light that's within you shine like the stars
may angels surround your body spirit and mind
may favor and peace be yours to find
may rejection and pain never reach you
may your spirit grow bold for what you are called to
as you rest in God's care, I will rest, too
knowing that Jesus is watching over you
amen.
a mother's prayer by rachel aldous
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