One look at her and my heart was smitten. When my eyes first beheld her, the weight of fatherhood fell on me and tears welled up in my eyes. I couldn’t believe she was mine. She was Lluvia and she was Justin, yet she was other. This miracle is a mystery; the workmanship of God manifested before our eyes.
I look at her now, as I did then, and I think, “She is beautiful!” Every feature in miniature – a work of art. I have heard that all parents think their children beautiful. I am no exception. But when I look at Sophie, I’m not thinking of just another pretty face. When I look at her I think of the beauty of God’s creation. A work completed and whole. Every part adds to the sum of the creative expression of my Lord. Everything he did has its purpose. My little girl is fearfully and wonderfully made. I know it well. (Psalm 139)
In secret You formed her and You knitted her together. She is Yours. Use her for Your glory my God.
