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Happy 9th Birthday Joshua – Our “Polished Arrow”

July 31, 2009 | 6 Comments

“He made me like a sharpened sword,
in the shadow of His hand He hid me;
He made me into a polished arrow
and concealed me in His quiver.”
Isaiah 49:2



Today is Joshua’s 9th birthday! We are so thankful the Lord gave us the gift and inheritance of Joshua James. Our first born child, his birth changed our lives wonderfully and forever. We love our children with a depth of love we never imagined. We have a tiny taste of how much our Heavenly Father loves us. “If you then…know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask Him.” Matthew 7:11

Joshua is a terrific blend of a caring, tender soul and a strong, passionate boy. He is loyal, loving and enthusiastic. He loves his younger sister, even though they squabble. Recently, Daddy took Joshua to pick up his tackle football uniform (this is his first year ever playing tackle football for a Pop Warner League). Later in the day when he was playing outside with friends, he dropped everything and ran inside to don his football finery for Gabrielle when she arrived home from a playdate. He put all the equipment and entire uniform on for her. He wanted to share this special moment with her. (He did not even put the whole uniform on for Mommy here, which is just fine. My heart was thrilled that he honored his sister this way.)

Joshua’s sport passion is football. He is a Philadelphia Eagles fan, with green running through his veins. For his birthday today, we have invited family and friends for a special day at the home of the Philadelphia Eagles — Lincoln Financial Field — for a tour of the Eagles locker room, the football field, press box, interview room and exclusive suites. We are very excited indeed!

In lieu of a birthday gift for Joshua, his friends have been invited to bring a new football for the boys of Rock Ministries of Philadelphia, which ministers to at-risk young men of Philadelphia’s inner city. The boys will earn a new football by memorizing scripture. We invite you to visit their site by clicking here.

Joshua is a polished arrow in our quiver. Our prayer is that God will hold him close, continually fill him with His spirit, use him mightily, keep him on the narrow road and abiding in Him daily, and strengthen him to finish his race well. By His grace, mercy and love.

We love you, Joshua!
Happy 9th Birthday!

Lyrics to “Big House” by Audio Adrenaline
I don’t know where you lay your head or where you call your home
I don’t know where you eat your meals or where you talk on the phone
I don’t know if you got a cook a butler or a maid
I don’t know if you got a yard with a hammock in the shade
I don’t know if you got some shelter say a place to hide
I don’t know if you live with friends in whom you can confide
I don’t know if you got a family say a mom or dad
I don’t know if you feel love at all but I bet you wish you had

Come and go with me to my Father’s house
Come and go with me to my Father’s house
It’s a big big house with lots and lots a room
A big big table with lots and lots of food
A big big yard where we can play football
A big big house
Its my Father’s house

Ibidibidee bop bop bow whew! Yeah!

All I know is a big ole house with rooms for everyone
All I know is lots a land where we can play and run
All I know is you need love and I’ve got a family
All I know is you’re all alone so why not come with me?

“Yet what is due me is in the Lord’s hand,
and my reward is with God.”
Isaiah 49:4

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Comments

  1. Mich says

    July 31, 2009 at 12:29 pm

    Happy birthday Joshua!

    The party idea sounds fun!

    Reply
  2. Heather says

    July 31, 2009 at 1:43 pm

    Happy Birthday Joshua! Have an awesome day today!!!

    We love you!

    So funny, I had no idea about the footballs…the girls just picked that one for him. God truly does answer our prayers even the ones that sound silly to us. 🙂

    Love,
    Heather

    Reply
  3. Unknown says

    July 31, 2009 at 2:45 pm

    Happy 9th Birthday Joshua!

    WOW! What an exciting birthday you have planned. Can't wait to see photos of the day!

    Enjoy every minute!

    Praising God for your tender heart and love for your sister!

    Praising God for the way you desire to abide in Him!

    Lots of love from all of us!
    Jill
    Hope to see you and your family soon!

    Reply
  4. christy rose says

    July 31, 2009 at 5:21 pm

    Happy birthday Joshua! You are a very handsome boy!

    Reply
  5. Unknown says

    August 1, 2009 at 1:28 pm

    Happy Birthday Joshua! What a great party time! I can't wait for the photos. you are a special family blessed by the Lord.

    Hugs to you!

    Reply
  6. Unknown says

    August 18, 2009 at 1:01 pm

    Sharon,
    I cannot express sufficiently with words how "The Table Testimony" moved me. I burst into sobs and praised Him. Such a tangible gift; how awesome to touch an unexplainable miracle! He is Majesty!
    I've posted today's devotion on my Facebook page and am praying that it will touch many hearts.
    May God continue to bless you and use you for His glory.
    Lord willing, I will win your drawing for today! I can really use it as I seek to grow our county ministries and reach others for Him.

    Be blessed,

    Penny Flowers
    14691 Holtville Rd
    Deatsville, AL 36022

    pennyflowers@gmail.com

    Reply

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