“…I will make them one nation in the land, on the mountains of Israel; and one king shall be king over them all; they shall no longer be two nations, nor shall they ever be divided into two kingdoms again.” Ezekiel 37:21-23
“Though one may be overpowered by another, two can withstand him. And a threefold cord is not quickly broken.” Ecclesiastes 4:12
Two Families Into One
At this time of year I am so thankful for the blessing of family and aware that many of the members are not related by blood. The Lord gave me a song after a tender encounter with my stepdaughter. I hope it blesses you whether you are from or in a blended family.
You know I can’t work a smart phone,
Even though I have two degrees,
Lord, I can’t do this without You,
Make us a smart step-family.
This child may not be from my womb,
But my heart she has surely won.
Please, Father, do a miracle,
Take two families and make one.
She was my easiest labor,
But it’s the hardest parenting.
I have no control over her,
God, replace hurt with Your loving.
I just can’t seem to force the blend,
No matter what I try to do.
Since You lived with a stepparent,
Jesus, I will rely on You.
Although you are not from my womb,
But my heart you have surely won.
Please, Father, do a miracle,
Take two families and make one.
Heavenly Father, help me love, even when I don’t feel welcome. Help me understand, even when I don’t feel heard. Help me forgive even when I feel wronged. Help me give a small amount of what You have given me. Amen.