There is not much more that I can say, other than we are SO proud of Ryan.
About a year ago Ryan started asking if he could be re-baptized. We discussed it with him, wanting to know what made him think his first baptism wasn't "valid" and he simply said--"Because it was your choice--not mine. I want God to know it's my choice". You can't argue with that. A chat with Pastor Tom, and he confirmed to Ryan that it was A-OK to do this again! We didn't hear much more about it until several weeks ago. It was decided by Ryan that he wanted baptized when we returned from Michigan. His Youth pastor called, and said they hoped he wouldn't mind changing from the 24th to the 31st, since Sr Pastor Tom would be gone, and he wanted to be there. Ryan was fine, and this morning, he found out that Troy was doing music, and while a little disappointed, he said it really didn't matter...but was thrilled when it was Pastor Tom that baptized him, as that is the man that first spoke to Ryan's heard about the Lord. Troy played music and sang one of Ryan's favorite songs, and the two most important influences were part of his baptism today.
It filled my heart when one of Ryan's friends came forward as well, and from the back came Sam, who did not intend to come to church this morning, as he just got home from a mission trip, but when he saw Ryan was being baptized this morning, he came over...and was a huge support. Thanks Sam...it meant a lot to Ryan, and to this Mom especially, knowing that he has such great friends in the Lord to be with!
My heart is full, I am so Thankful....
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