Several Sundays ago daughter number
three of the Smith* family was baptized. Daughter number two did not like how
she was being held, so she started crying. Daughter number one was standing and
smiling. Mom and Dad were distracted with Daughter number two’s cries. Our
pastor was doing his best to maintain the parents’ attention. While the scene
was comical, frustrating, or both, it does not negate the importance of
baptism. Daughter number three was baptized into the church. Her parents have
promised to raise her in a Christian household. They hope for her faith in
Christ to blossom soon.
While in my seat I was thinking
about the Smith family. They have endured many hardships which include multiple
miscarriages, failed adoption, and difficult pregnancies. Yet, God fulfilled
their desire to have a family. He blessed them with three little girls. My
heart swelled with the knowledge that God is good and will fulfill the desires
of our hearts. Participating in this baptism made me realize that God will
fulfill our desires to have a family too.
*Name Changed
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