She's my mini-me in so many ways (poor girl!), hypersensitive, artistic, emotional, concerned about others, passionate, free-spirited, affectionate, intuitive, joyful, servant-hearted, too loving for her own good, generous, thoughtful, people-oriented, encourager to all, a super fun best friend of mine (and many)!
Today, as I'm thanking God for Elka, it's hard not to smile. She has so much passion, I'm sure she will set the world on fire for Jesus...she's chomping at the bit. She literally cries over how much she longs to go to China to care for orphan children there. She loves African people and is certain she will adopt a million children of her own someday and I don't doubt it.
Elka has the gusto to do anything she sets her mind to, so it's our tall order to keep her on the right track. Elka lights up a room and goes out of her way for the one. If a job needs doing, I can count on Elka. If a person needs cheering, she's the gal for the task. If a heart needs nurturing, Elka is on it without delay. She loves people and lives to share the love of Christ with others. It's her passion.
Elka will tell you she wants to be a missionary one day. Whatever she does with her time and her life's efforts, I know she will be serving the Lord. She goes extensively deeper than her seven years. In fact, it's hard to realize how young she is at times because of her spiritual and relational maturity. These are gifts from God and I pray He puts them to great use as Elka spends her days loving others with His love her whole life long.
When I consider Elka's role in our family life, I think of a reliable friend, an encouragement when needed, a hug, a smile, a cheerleader, and someone I can count on. When I think of Elka with Noble and India, I picture her with hands on deck. It's not uncommon for me to have to pry my newest children out of her affection to be sure they are spending more time with me (their mommy) than their doting, best friend sister. I love this about Elka! She loves intensely. She is a loyal friend and family member. She is very special.
Father in heaven, thank you for my Elka. Thank you for her energy, her spunk, her generous heart for others. Thank you for choosing me to raise this special little girl. Thank you for the kindredness you've given to her and I that I might help her navigate the highs and lows of life through our relatability. Thank you for what you have done and will do through my little Elka. May she bring glory to you, Lord, as she ministers to others throughout her life in Jesus' name.
"Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." Proverbs 3:5-6
"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations."
Matthew 28:19
"Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing." 1 Thessalonians 5:11
