God Knows His Thoughts Toward You

I held Mia Joy in my arms

And whispered blessings

Into the heart of the grandbaby

Not yet a day old.

Six pounds and nine ounces

Of untainted life

Resting, without choice,

In the arms of a grandfather

Who gazed in wonder

And began dreaming.

Her thoughts?

“More milk please,”

And,

“I think I’ll take a nap.”

My thoughts?

“You’ll grow in wisdom

And stature and favor”

In a woman of grace and intelligence

Who blesses the world

As she laughs and loves.

“I know the thoughts

I have for you, declares the Lord….” (Jeremiah 29:11)

His thoughts are too high,

Too lofty and wonderful,

To comprehend—

So I bless you to rest in His arms

And let Him dream

And whisper future grace into your heart.