how can i pull my text messages off the cloud
I backed up my text messages to the cloud. my phone was stolen can I restore my text messages to my new phone from the cloud
All your data taken at the time of your latest backup will be restored onto the new device if you use that backup from iCloud to set up your new phone again.
Check these articles about it:
About backups in iCloud and iTunes - Apple Support
Restore your device from an iCloud or iTunes backup - Apple Support