"In this way the priest will make atonement for her, and she will be clean." Leviticus 12:8b
God has blessed women with the awesome ability to have children. As a man, I cannot fully comprehend what it would be like to have a new life so completely dependent upon you. I cannot comprehend the challenge of living with a body that was made for such a purpose.
Lord, You made women special. As a man, my first thought is, "Thank You for not blessing men like that!" I don't say this with pride - like I am better than a woman. I know the truth. It would drive me over the edge to face what a woman does. Her body may be more fragile, but her resolve is so much stronger than mine - probably stronger than any man's.
Father, I celebrate the differences. Thank You for blessing mankind with the amazing ability to procreate. Help me to honor my wife as the blessing she is.