Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Gideon Raymond

Gideon Raymond arrived into our home on August 30, 2012 at 2:35 PM!  He weighed 8 pounds 6 ounces and was 20 inches long.  We're so happy that God has blessed us with  another healthy baby boy!  His labor was shorter than his brothers, something which Mommy is VERY greatful for!  Thank you to everyone who was praying and continues to pray. :) 
The precise meaning of Gideon is "hewer" or "feller".  Specifically one who fells trees but more generaly one who destroys anything, and hence some get the idea of a warrior.  Gideon in the Bible hewed down the idol of Baal and the grove of trees and erected an altar to God in its stead.  In the same way there are things in this day that must be torn down and replaced with that which honors God.  Raymond is Papa Chub's name. It means "advisor and protector."  When Godly advice is given, it can give protection to those who listen.

Grandma Camille gave Gideon this outfit.  We thought it was quite appropriate for our household! :)

4 comments:

Daniel and Rachel said...

You had your baby 6 days ago?? Nobody tells me anything!! :) Haha. So glad he's here (I'm starting to think you'll have all the boy cousins and we'll have all the girls!! :) ) and that everything went well!

Teresa said...

Congratulations on another healthy baby boy!!! May the Lord continue to bless you and your family!

Amos and Rebekah said...

We'll have to call you next time Rachel. Thank you both for the congrats. :)

The K. Family said...

Congratulations!!!!! We love you all so much and now there's just one more of you to love!! Isn't God good! May God bless you with lots of wisdom to raise these little men!