For I Know the Plans

My Precious Daughter,

I know the pangs of the past - those joyful memories; times long gone - are weighing on your mind; on your heart. I know you rejoice in remembering those times. I also know how you long to experience them one more time, one more minute. Beloved, embrace that joy you felt and let it sink deep into your heart. Those times may be past, but there are many more new memories to be made.

Beloved, the days that felt carefree and filled with wonder and adventure are not gone forever. You heart's remembrances will be overtaken by new experiences. This momentary lull, when family seems distant, will not always be so.

Rejoice, dear one, for I know the plans I have for you. I know what lies ahead, and I know the joy that is coming. Use your glorious memories to fill you up as  you wait for new ones to be made. Beloved, you have not yet beheld all the wonders I have for you.

Hold fast to this promise that more and better is headed your way. For I know the plans I have for you - for your future, your hope, your joy, your reward.

I love you.


Phil. 4:8-9 - 8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think about such things. 9Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me-put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.