Every night we have prayed out loud together. When Ted and the girls were here, all six of us prayed together. Now the three of us continue the routine. The way it usually goes is I say a phrase, then everyone repeats it as to help Valera with the language. Most prayers go llike this:
"thank you God for this day" (everyone repeats)
"thank you God for Valera" (everyone repeats)
"thank you God for Delaney, Mary Kate, Pa, mom, dad, etc"
You get the point right?
Well, tonight the three of us gathered on the pull out couch - where Valera now sleeps since the girls left. We grabbed hands as usual. Just as I was about to begin the prayer, Valera started to pray. He led and we repeated after him. This is what he said:
"thank you God for Pa" (we repeated)
"thank you God for mom" (")
"thank you God for dad" (")
"thank you God for Delaney" (")
"thank you God for Mary Kate" (")
"thank you God for futbol" (")
"thank you God for ice skating" (")
"thank you God for coca-cola" (")
"AMEN". (")
Is that not enough to melt your heart? Words can't describe the feelings it stirs up in me. That he knows I like my coca-cola makes me smile. But more importantly, to hear the sweet sound of his voice talking to our God....
What a moment!
Totally warms my heart to know that an orphan, from an orphanage where God is not allowed inside, can leave ... and be orphaned no more and begin to talk to his Heavenly Father. You all are doing great things that will last a lifetime! I just can't wait to squeeze that boy again.
ReplyDeleteSteve and John's trip was cancelled this morning. Flights cancelled ... big mess so they won't be coming to Ukraine after all.But by now I'm sure Ben knows that!
Zhayne had a wonderful birthday today!! He is 19, where has the time gone. It wasn't so long ago that he came to America and was as small as Valera. Our sweet, sweet boy is becoming a Godly young man with a great big smile and a heart to match. Treasure each and every moment with your "little man" ... it all goes by so fast.
"In all your ways acknowledge Him, and he shall direct your path." Proverbs 3:6
Praying,
karol
Absolutely precious!! What role models for Him you all are!! Love and hugs!!
ReplyDeleteVery Awesome that Valera is already getting to find his place not only in your family but with his Heavenly father as well. We were all orphans until God took us into His family and if we could all be as grateful as Valera to remember to thank God for all the wonderful people and blessings in our life! Glad things are going well and that you are enjoying each other. To God be the glory!
ReplyDeleteLisa, this prayer is amazing, thank God that you hand your family have followed His plan , have let your heavenly father have control and lead the way. This sweet prayer is confirmation of your journey . Thank you so much for haring with us. My heart is full and I feel so blessed just to tag along on your adventure. We love you all.
ReplyDeleteBlessing and lots of prayer to you my friend,
Karen