Ever since I can remember I've been a "kid person." When my parents started fostering children, I took it upon myself to be Mom #2...at the ripe old age of 8. I majored in Family and Child Development at Liberty in hopes of working with orphans all over the world. I've always dreamed of having a "quiver full," a multi-cultural family of sorts, blended of biological and adopted children. For Jacob and me, the journey of starting a family has begun.
Toward the end of 2009, my prayers consisted largely of asking the Lord to rid me of my selfishness, that He would increase within me the attitude of Christ as so beautifully portrayed in Philippians 2: "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves." Verse 7 paints a picture of Jesus who "made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant," and that became my heart cry, simply to be more like Him. Little did I know how the Lord would answer my prayer ultimately for more of him and less of me. Two days before Christmas we found out I was expecting.
The last five months have been full of adjustments--learning to push through queasiness and fatigue (especially on tour), getting used to friends and strangers alike touching my belly (moms, can I get a witness?) and craving random foods at the most inconvenient times (pineapple and sushi are pretty standard)--yet perhaps the biggest change has taken place in my heart. I am no longer so bent on my own agenda and my own plans. God is using this little miracle inside me as a gentle reminder of what really matters in life, and I am embracing this new season with anticipation and joy unspeakable. Our sweet boy is scheduled to arrive the end of August, and as a new mom I covet your prayers! Jacob and I cannot wait to finally meet our little guy and introduce him to you as well. :)
Yey!
Congratulations on the baby! I am a new fan, and I just love reading about your life. It is so encouraging. I'm working on doing your song "you're not alone" with a friend for a special at church. That song spoke to my heart at such a crucial time in my life, and it is so beautiful! Thank you for blessing me with awesome music! God Bless!
Congrats
Congrats on the little one, Meredith!!
<3 Jill <3
Congratulations
I am so happy for you! Parenthood is such a wonderful blessing and the hardest job all at the same time! I'll be praying for you and can't wait to see you in Pittsfield MA!!
Congratulations!! I am so
Congratulations!!
I am so happy for you and Jacob!
I know you will make a great mom. I hope God Blesses all 3 of you greatly!
You are my role model and I know God has great things in store for you.
All the best, and my prayers
Christina
Children are the most precious gift God Gives us
Congratulations!!!
Every Child is a new excitement and adventure in life. Enjoy every moment of your pregnancy it is a beautiful time, even though it's tough sometimes and the end you will receive your greatest bundle of joy.
I am a mother of four and I just recently had my son, I had been praying to God to please grant me the wish of having a Son. I have three beautiful girls and God heard my prayers because we were not planning to have another child for a while and to my suprise my son arrive on Nov. 2009. he is five months old.
I have learned that it's always Gods Will Ruling in are life no matter what our plans are, He has his plans set for are entire life.
Congrats
CONGRATS!!!!!!! So excited for you two!! Prayers are with you!! Hope to see you guys soon!! Hugs from NC, Heather!!! :-) :-)
Treasure
Meredith,
Can you tell me where to find sheet music or chord charts for the song "Treasure"
Congratulations!!
So glad to read of your impending cherub! Children are a true gift of the Lord and will bless you beyond what you can imagine. I will pray for renewed strength daily for you. (These few months aren't the worst fatigue you'll experience with this little guy :-) Thank you for continually giving out of your abundance. I am one of the many beneficiaries!!
In Him,
Chelle'
What a Miracle
Meredith,
I am so happy for you and Jacob. "All things are possible with God" I will be praying for you that all goes well. Thank you for being such an inspiration to others around you.
-sep517