Sliding still worked just as well!
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
What's In a Name?
We thought we would give a little insight into the names we have chosen for our children, especially since I didn't go into much detail when we shared the good news of adding a little female presence to our boy house! The names we chose for our children have been mostly inspired by men of the faith who have impacted our lives greatly either by their writing or by their testimony of faith, but most especially their exposition of Scripture.
Silas Haddon - Silas is the name of the missionary partner of the apostle Paul, with whom he was stranded in prison. Also the amanuensis of Peter for the book of 1 Peter. Haddon is named for Charles Haddon Spurgeon who was quite possibly one of the most influential Christian preachers in history. This man has truly been an inspiration to me as a man called into pastoral ministry and a lover of good preaching.
Kace Renwick - Kace was to be named Cornelius after the centurion in Acts whom Peter witnesses to, but after some issues we decided to nix the name and only call him Kace, as that was to be the nic-name. It was taken from a theologian and famous apologist Cornelius Van Til whose family called him Kees (pronounced Kace). Renwick is taken from a covenanter named James Renwick (pronounced Rennik) who was martyred for the faith. His life and testimony can be read in Fair Sunshine, it is a wonderful story of God's glory going forth in the lives of His people.
Gresham Jeremiah - Gresham is named for J. Gresham Machen (rhymes with kitchen) who carried the mantle of reformed theology to Westminster after the death of Warfield and old Princeton. He founded the OPC denomination and was a great proponent of conservative and biblical theology. Jeremiah is obviously taken from the great prophet whose ministry could never be measured in worldly standards as a success although he was so faithful to the Lord in all he did. Jeremiah and the New Covenant made in Jeremiah 31 have truly been a great encouragement to Larissa and I throughout the years.
Petra Anastasia - Petra is a Greek word that means foundational rock(It is also a historical location that was said to be unconquerable and therefore names petra) and is found in Luke when Jesus explains the importance of building your house on the solid rock (there are also other places in the Greek New Testament that the word is found all of which refer to Christ and the nature of salvation and His gospel). As a Greek student I liked the connotation of the word, but also the female of Peter. Anastasia is from the Greek word anastasis which means resurrection or a new beginning. She will have a name that reflects the truths of the Gospel of grace in Christ.
I hope that all of you enjoy this very intimate look into the history and legacy of the names we have chosen for these boys and girl. We continue to pray that they will be as faithful to the truths of the gospel.
Silas Haddon - Silas is the name of the missionary partner of the apostle Paul, with whom he was stranded in prison. Also the amanuensis of Peter for the book of 1 Peter. Haddon is named for Charles Haddon Spurgeon who was quite possibly one of the most influential Christian preachers in history. This man has truly been an inspiration to me as a man called into pastoral ministry and a lover of good preaching.
Kace Renwick - Kace was to be named Cornelius after the centurion in Acts whom Peter witnesses to, but after some issues we decided to nix the name and only call him Kace, as that was to be the nic-name. It was taken from a theologian and famous apologist Cornelius Van Til whose family called him Kees (pronounced Kace). Renwick is taken from a covenanter named James Renwick (pronounced Rennik) who was martyred for the faith. His life and testimony can be read in Fair Sunshine, it is a wonderful story of God's glory going forth in the lives of His people.
Gresham Jeremiah - Gresham is named for J. Gresham Machen (rhymes with kitchen) who carried the mantle of reformed theology to Westminster after the death of Warfield and old Princeton. He founded the OPC denomination and was a great proponent of conservative and biblical theology. Jeremiah is obviously taken from the great prophet whose ministry could never be measured in worldly standards as a success although he was so faithful to the Lord in all he did. Jeremiah and the New Covenant made in Jeremiah 31 have truly been a great encouragement to Larissa and I throughout the years.
Petra Anastasia - Petra is a Greek word that means foundational rock(It is also a historical location that was said to be unconquerable and therefore names petra) and is found in Luke when Jesus explains the importance of building your house on the solid rock (there are also other places in the Greek New Testament that the word is found all of which refer to Christ and the nature of salvation and His gospel). As a Greek student I liked the connotation of the word, but also the female of Peter. Anastasia is from the Greek word anastasis which means resurrection or a new beginning. She will have a name that reflects the truths of the Gospel of grace in Christ.
I hope that all of you enjoy this very intimate look into the history and legacy of the names we have chosen for these boys and girl. We continue to pray that they will be as faithful to the truths of the gospel.
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Will I Walk Down The Aisle Once More?
As Larissa shared with you all yesterday we had our ultrasound today and were able to find out the sex of our baby. Based on the fact that I am writing this post and titled it the way I did you probably already know what I am about to say, but I am going to say it anyway. To qoute the ultrasound tech we have officially "broke the mold." Boy, am I super excited to say that I have a daughter!!! In fact, I have a household full of excited people.
For a father there is nothing quite like knowing that God has blessed your life with a son, but (and this is a huge BUT) there is also nothing quite like saying that God has blessed a father's life with a sweet baby girl. My mind has been in overdrive thinking about all the possible special moments yet come. For example, I briefly thought about the possiblity that I would walk my daughter down the aisle. Wow! Just such a thought brings up a flood of emotion.
At any rate, we want all our friends to know this great news, and I also would ask that you pray for Larissa and the baby. Larissa continues to be pretty sick, so please pray that she would still glory in the Lord and be spiritually encouraged despite being physically exhausted and in pain much of the day. As for our daughter, Petra Anastasia, and all our children for that matter, please pray that they would come to know and be known by Christ. Pray that He would draw them unto Himself and save them for His glory.
We will keep you all posted on any further news. Thank you all for your prayers and wonderful words of encouragement.
For a father there is nothing quite like knowing that God has blessed your life with a son, but (and this is a huge BUT) there is also nothing quite like saying that God has blessed a father's life with a sweet baby girl. My mind has been in overdrive thinking about all the possible special moments yet come. For example, I briefly thought about the possiblity that I would walk my daughter down the aisle. Wow! Just such a thought brings up a flood of emotion.
At any rate, we want all our friends to know this great news, and I also would ask that you pray for Larissa and the baby. Larissa continues to be pretty sick, so please pray that she would still glory in the Lord and be spiritually encouraged despite being physically exhausted and in pain much of the day. As for our daughter, Petra Anastasia, and all our children for that matter, please pray that they would come to know and be known by Christ. Pray that He would draw them unto Himself and save them for His glory.
We will keep you all posted on any further news. Thank you all for your prayers and wonderful words of encouragement.
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