Sunday, March 25, 2012

A Special Day

Today was a special day for us, as we watched 'R' make the decision to follow her Lord in baptism!

For anyone reading our blog who doesn't know much about us, we are a Christian family.  And it goes without saying that every church and denomination do baptism a little bit differently.  For us baptism is a beautiful, symbolic ceremony that shows the heart commitment to follow Jesus Christ.  The water is just normal water - nothing holy about it.  And the words and actions aren't anything too terribly special either.  But it's a public confession of your spiritual commitment to the Lord.

'R' has been asking about baptism for quite a while and her heart has been eager to begin this new relationship.  Len and I began a study with her a few months ago, and then today she made it official in front of our church family that she wants to walk with Christ.  We are so excited for her as she begins this journey.  We've made it very clear to her that this is only the beginning.  We are all still learning and growing in our walk with God.  She's just taken the first step!




8 comments:

Mia said...

We're so proud of you 'R'...you are growing up to be a beautiful and faithful young lady. We love you!

Janet @ Simply Pieced said...

Yea!!! Such wonderful news!

Drea said...

It was such a beautiful and emotional moment! I'm glad we got to see her take this step before you guys leave us! Congratulations!

Alyssa said...

Best news ever! Congrats to you all.

Rene said...

Congratulations "R". I am so glad to call you my sister in Christ now. Hard to believe our babies are growing up. I am so proud of you "R". What great examples you have in your parents! HUGS!!

Rene

The Rypple Effect said...

Wonderful news! So happy for her and you guys. Special moment for dad to be able to baptize her ;-)

Shiann Metheny said...

That's so wonderful! Welcome, sister!

daddyO and honey said...

i somehow haven't had your blog in my google reader...missed this, although it was announced at Hope and we all clapped!! So happy for all of you!!