Dear Malaya,
We are hours away from welcoming you into the world. We really can’t wait to see you.
Three things I am praying over your life.
You will be strong.
You will be a happy, energetic, playful, healthy boy.
We are praying for you and your mom as she labors to give birth. She is strong and brave. She is in pain but she is joyful. Beautiful, really. Trust me, you will find it easy to fall in love with her.
You will not be alone.
We pray to be the best parents we can be to you. To love you, teach you, discipline you, have fun with you, and model a life worth living.
Our friends and family will help us raise you to grow in faith, character, and wisdom.
You will love Jesus.
It is a dark and broken world you are coming into, but you will let your light shine before others.
You will learn to read the Word and pray. You will love Jesus and walk with others who do. You will fulfill God’s purposes in your life.
I can’t believe we’re finally here. See you soon.
Love,
Eric Pops
“For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb.
I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.”
– Psalm 139:13-14