A few people came up to me in church yesterday to say they were so exicted that we were pregnant and they are so glad we finally "let the cat out of the bag." We actually haven't let the "cat out" yet. I think he just got away. I don't mind at all that these sweet friends have heard our news. But hearing them say it out loud, in the foyer of our church, made my heart sink into my stomach.
Don't say it so loud. I thought to myself. I'm not ready for everyone to know. What if something bad happens?
That was my initial thought. And then I thought about it all day long. Why was I so afraid? Are we not declaring, in faith that this is it? My pastor even spoke yesterday morning - in our thanksgiving service after our dear friends Kyle and Kristy shared about their miracle baby - that we are to do what Hebrews tells us in chapter 10, verse 23, "Let us hold on to the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful."
I am so glad that although we are instructed not to waiver, when we do we do not disqualify ourselves from the promise. He is faithful and He is merciful. He is a God of understanding and grace.
We'll go in Wednesday morning at 9am for our 12 week appointment. It is an understatement to say I am holding on tightly to the confession of our hope. I am believing with my whole being that this baby will be thriving inside of me. Please join with us in believing for a strong heartbeat, great growth (the baby should measure 12 weeks and 2 days) and no genetic or physical abnormalities.
So let's just go ahead and "let the cat out of the bag." I've got nothing to fear. . .for He who promised is faithful!
2 comments:
Our cat got out a little early too. Once you tell a few, it's all over. We are definitely praying and standing on the promise, because He is faithful.
We're standing with you and Dave. We know this is BIG-TIME faith for you both.
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