Blessings to Tessa Shea McCutchen

Tessa.  Saying your name for the first time was priceless.  Though we didn’t realize your name spelled backwards was “asset;” you are truly an asset to our family and the world.  Jeremiah 29:11 say, “I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord….” God has   Your ability to stretch yourself, as a friend to others has been inspiring.  Your unquenchable spirit to protect others whom you love has been noted in the pages of our minds.  Your depth of courage and bravery to stand up for those whom you feel are being treated unfairly is a testimony of your loyalty.  And, your unwavering desire to be God’s lady even when you’re challenged with many pressures to do wrong has been another streng
created within you a strong-will, a compassion for others, and a determination that is unyielding.

God has never called you to be perfect; rather he expects your faithfulness.  In your imperfections, seek out the grace and mercy of God to its full extent.  Live out God’s plans of being his imitator (Ephesians 5:1), his grace to others (Matthew 7:12) his sermon (Matthew 5) his servant (Mark 10:45).

May you see clearly the value of the Holy Scriptures and how they will guide your path (Psalm 119:105).  May you use the Holy Spirit fully and without hesitation each day God blesses you to have (2 Timothy 1:14).  And, may you live out the morals that will attract others to see the very Jesus who reigns in you. (Ephesians 4)

Holding you for the first time was a magical moment.  You were a gift from God.  A child that God entrusted us to teach and mold and direct and then open the door for you to walk out so that you can begin to live your life.  Today is not an easy day.  Actually, this day is by far the toughest of them all.  Our once little baby has journeyed all the stages so that she can walk on her own without us to be there for every hurt or hold you when you cry or sit and watch our favorite TV show or tell you to turn off the bathroom light or pick up your clothes or put gas in the car.

You are loved beyond any words that can be written.  The door to our hearts and our house will never be locked to you. You will always be our daughter.  You will always be our baby girl.  The memories of your first eighteen years will be forever etched in our minds.  

Today is your day.  The day you say, I am ready and the day we say, blessings to you in your journey to pursue your education and a life God will reveal to you in his timing. 

I love you deeply and forever!