Yesterday marked a monumental day in our house… I officially became an aunt! My sister’s son, Holden Scott, shared his beautiful, dimpled face with the world at 5:15 p.m. and within minutes I fell in love with the new role I’ve assumed as his auntie! Never could I have imagined the love and adoration I have for a little boy who is not my own, and whom I have yet to hold. It is simply amazing.
Having so recently experienced the joy of bringing a precious life into this world, I have found myself reliving the event through my sister’s experience. Though somehow, (maybe due to the lack of pain, drugs and a little extra sleep!) I have been able to appreciate Holden’s safe arrival with an even greater awareness of God’s power and faithfulness. Since then, I have smothered my 5 month old with even more kisses and relished every minute with a fresh reminder of how quickly the time passes.
So…Welcome to the world, my precious nephew. We’re so glad you’re here and can’t wait to smother YOU with kisses. This one’s for you:
Hold On To Jesus
You’re a little piece of heaven
You’re a golden ray of light
And I wish I could protect you
From the worries of this life
But if there’s one thing I could tell you
It’s no matter what you do
Hold to Jesus
He’s holding on to you
The world will try to tell you
That might is more than right
That beauty’s on the outside
And being good’s a losing fight
But remember what I’ve told you
Because the world will make you choose
Hold to Jesus
He’s holding on to you
Hold on to Jesus
Cling to His love
Rest deep in His mercy
Whenever things get rough
Don’t lose sight of His goodness
And don’t ever doubt this truth
Than when you hold on to Jesus
He’s holding on to you
Hear me dear Jesus
Rock this little one to sleep
Keep [him] close when [he's] scared
And give [him] grace when [he] is weak
I know [he'll] stumble
But I know [he'll] make it through
If You hold to [him] just like
You said You’d do
Hold [him], Jesus
So [he'll] hold on tight to You
Written by Brad O’Donnell
(c)2001 Brad and Butter Music
Dayspring Music (BMI)
