Gratituesday: My Son, My Brother
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With tears in his eyes, Justus, our 11 year old, came to us on Sunday and said, “I want to be baptized.”
Matt and I spent a good part of the next three days discussing and studying with Justus about this decision. Without exception, each time the subject came up, our tenderhearted boy’s eyes welled up with tears. He knew exactly what he wanted and he definitely understood the commitment he was about to make. Justus was ready.
And so, Wednesday night Matt baptized Justus. It was a beautiful evening.
A friend of mine captured the event on video. While it’s difficult to hear much of anything (except for the rejoicing afterward!), we’d like to share the video for you to watch:
He came up out of that water a new man. He let the tears flow while he was hugged by so many of our church family and friends. We are so proud of our son and his decision to follow Jesus.
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Praise God!
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Yay! that’s such a cool thing!!! My oldest (age 6) just took his first communion last Sunday. It is so cool to see them growing in their faith!
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Anna
I am a member of the church of Christ too! I emailed Laura to ask her the same question.
Linda
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Cathie Reply:
August 10th, 2011 at 4:19 pm
Me too!
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Linda Reply:
August 10th, 2011 at 4:41 pm
:-)!!
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Watching my two oldest children being baptized, those two times are the most proudest moments I have ever had! There’s NOTHING that can top that.
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I’m unfamiliar with your particular church. Is your husband a priest, or can any of the men baptize?
Congratulations on having your son make this choice at a young age. That’s so important.
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Laura Reply:
August 11th, 2011 at 5:45 pm
Any of the Christian men can baptize others, and Justus chose his daddy. :)
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What wonderful news! I am so happy for Justus. Baptism is such a beautiful way to publicly declare the new life we have in Jesus Christ!
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