Wednesday, July 07, 2010

Presenting...Hosea Christopher!

We have a SON! Our newest addition was born Sunday, July 4, at 4:28 a.m. He weighed 8 lbs. and measured 21" long. We praise God for His goodness and faithfulness to us! It was another smooth, gentle birth, and we are all doing well.

We have named our firstborn son Hosea Christopher. The name Hosea means "salvation" and is borne by one of the minor prophets of the Old Testament. Hosea declared the Lord's unfailing love for His people, and he called Israel to repent and turn away from the wickedness in which they had entangled themselves. Hosea's own family life reflected God's faithfulness to His unfaithful people.

"Christopher" means "bearer of Christ" and is, of course, also husband's name. We pray that our Hosea's life will be a testimony to the good news that "God is salvation" as He bears the name of Christ and remembers God's covenant faithfulness to His people.

And now, without further ado, I will share with you some photos from our first days with Hosea:


just a few minutes after birth

Eliana & Evangeline were eager to hold baby brother.

Weighing in at 8 lbs. even!

Eliana holding her brother for the first time

Evangeline holding her brother for the first time.

one of Hosea's first close-ups

Anastasia holding her brother for the first time.

exploring the outdoors

Mommy & her SON!

Hosea taking a bath with eyes open!

napping

the proud father

5 comments:

Katie L said...

Thank you for posting pictures! Hosea is a beautiful baby boy and I love seeing your girls' faces when they hold him. Praise God for the birth of Baby Hosea! We continue to pray for your family as you settle into life with FOUR little blessings.

Soli Deo Gloria said...

Congratulations!!! We rejoice with you at Hosea Christopher's birth!!!
Enjoy your new little man~
Love,
The Bishops :)

Kelly said...

yay for a boy! congrats!!

Katy said...

Congratulations, all of you, for your newest beautiful addition! So happy for you Jennifer that labor went smoothly, and glad you will be able to experience the joys (and energy) of a son. Prayers your way for a great recovery and a healthy family.

Summer said...

Major congrats! Wish we could celebrate with you in person!