The first week at home with Grayson was nice and quiet and pretty uneventful. Plenty of sleeping, eating and pooping! One thing that struck me, though, is how much this child loved to be swaddled. Experts say that babies like this because it makes them feel like they are snug as a bug like in the womb. Well, little Grayson has already taught his mommy something about Jesus! So, of course, I had to write a devotional about it.
Romans 13:14
Rather, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and do not think about how to gratify the desires of the sinful nature
Oh how I need to be constantly wrapped up with the Holy Spirit! One funny thing about this swaddle business is that Grayson is always trying to free his hands from the blanket. He is like a little Harry Houdini wiggling his way out to free his arms. But, usually when his arms are free, Grayson works himself up and starts crying.
Isn’t that just like us. We get wrapped up in the love of Jesus, filled with the fruit of the Holy Spirit. But, our fleshly, human nature gets in the way and we find ourselves wrestling our way out of the security blanket of Jesus. Then what happens-all kinds of things that don’t glorify God.
LIVE IT OUT application:
How do I go about being wrapped up, snug as a bug in Jesus? It starts with spending time in the Bible and in prayer daily. This means starting up constant communication with God as if He is always with us (Oh, He is always with us-we just don’t always acknowledge Him) Also, it takes admitting our weaknesses (when you know you can’t do something in your own strength) and taking this weakness before God to let Him work through you. Building a relationship with God takes effort on our part. Since He is always available to be our King of Kings and Almighty Hand that Saves, we just have to make the effort to come to our Father and be wrapped up in His love.
Father, I submit to your ultimate authority. I submit to the fact that I must be wrapped up in you at all times. Lord, when I do wiggle free, please patiently calm me down from my tantrum and swaddle me up again because I want to live in a manner that pleases you.
Amen
PS Here’s one more picture that I just had to post=too cute!
Oh!!! He is so sweet!!! I loved your thoughts related to this!! Enjoy those precious moments!! They go by so fast!!
Hi Sarah! Adorable, precious gift from God! Thank you for stopping by my blog and posting. I am looking forward to meeting other sister’s in Christ doing the study together. God bless you and your beautiful Grayson!
Are you close to Nags Head, North Caroline by chance?
Hi, Sarah! I came by to check out your beautiful baby boy! And he is gorgeous.
I’m looking forward to this Bible study this summer. It’s a great way to connect and grow!
Congrats on Grayson.
Katie in Dallas
I am so proud of you and Greg. I know writing your devotional is a way for you to ask for God’s help in being a Mom. It’s not easy. They (Child birth classes, informational books, technology)really don’t get you prepared for the the REAL THING. Can you even imagine Mary’s motherhood? On top of having a normal little boy,she also had to contend with who He was. I know her faith in God and his love comforted her in times of motherhood. Just pray that your heavenly Father will give you strength to get through the long nights,and trying times (adjustment period)of your new life as a family. When you think you are to tired to go on, just as Him to give you some of the love he bestowed on Mary. Love, Mommom
SARAH!!!!!! It’s me, Charla Dabney Jenkins! You are NOT going to believe this! I was just posting a comment on the LPM blog about the Siesta summer bible study I am doing with 3 other complete strangers and my sister-in-law! So, I’m scrolling through the comments and reading a few and I see YOUR PICTURE! I nearly had a heart attack! I can’t believe I just randomly found you like this! When you have a moment (ha, yeah right), cruise on over to my blog and you can read all about us! Grayson is precious! I am adding you to my prayer list as I’m sure times are a little stressful in your house right now! I can’t believe I found you, in all places, blog land!
Saw your post on Beth’s Blog. Fellow Siesta and summer bible studier here. Single mommy of 2. Your son is PRECIOUS!! Congratulations. I know how hard it is first time with newborn. It is the hardest most rewarding work of your life. God will be with you and that makes it better.
Blessings!!!
Kristin
beautiful baby and great devotion! Congratulations! Is he your first?
I found you through Beth Moore’s blog and since you are in NC (like me!) I thought I’d swing by your site. I am in Wake Forest, though…a bit far.
I have been blessed to see your sweet baby…my ‘baby’ boys are 5 and almost 8!! It goes by SO quick!! Smell his sweet head while it still smells yummy!! haha!
I saw your post on LPM blog and could relate to the stress of a new baby. My daughter Brittany is 23 years old now but as a baby she did not want to sleep. I saw David Letterman on a regular basis and knew all the prices on the Price is Right. I felt like my brain was turning to mush but all worked out. Grayson is adorable. Know you will be a great mother, especially with Christ in your life. Just keep the faith–sleepness nights will someday be a thing of the past. LINDA