December 24, 2011-New Birth!!

     A few weeks ago, both my boys started asking about being baptized. At bedtime, we regularly talk about God and His word, and this particular night, the boys wanted to know if they could be baptized.  So, I spoke with the local protestant chaplain, who also happens to be my neighbor, about meeting with my babies.  After ensuring they knew what baptism was all about, the chaplain left it open for us to decide whether or not baptism is what the boys wanted at this time in their lives. A resounding and confident, “yes, we’re sure” from them later on was all it took for me to know God is working in their lives to lead them to Him.  We scheduled the baptism for today in the salty water of the Kwajalein Lagoon. It was a brief, but very touching ceremony surrounded by close friends and family (including my mom and dad).  I am so proud of them both! We decided upon Dec. 24 as it is not only the eve of Christ’s birth (or at least the eve we celebrate the coming of Jesus to earth), but it is now also the beginning of my sons’ new lives in Christ.  I can’t wait to see what He has in store for them.  The most comforting thought for me is knowing the King of Kings now has them firmly in the palm of His hand and will be living in their hearts from now until forever. This means whenever I cannot be there for them (and even when I am), they will have the ultimate guide and “boss” for their lives, leading them to His greater good and guiding them through all those big decisions in life. In fact, that is part of how baptism was explained to them, as making Jesus the “boss” of your life.  Following the instructions of the “supreme Boss” will never lead you astray. Even when it leads you through trials, you will ultimately come out the winner in the end if God is in it.   Thank you, Father, for loving my boys and leading them to you.  Guide them throughout their lives and make them Godly men, never afraid to humble themselves before you and recognize you at their shepherd, friend, savior, and healer in times of need and in times of blessing.  Happy New Birth, my baby boys! Always remember how much God loves you and how far He will take you into love, life, peace, and freedom if you will just let Him.