Anyway, so far this post has nothing to do with the title. I was baptized (for the second time, first as a baby) this Saturday. This Saturday marked the 10th anniversary of my acceptance of Jesus (Meg, Jord... can you believe it's been 10 years since you held my hands through that Awakening retreat?). My parents and in-laws came and some friends. It was beautiful, and just a symbol for me of the path my lift has been on and will continue to be on. This event came in a very joyful time in my life, and I think it is fantastic to be able to celebrate even more fully when you are already experiencing great joy. It was so wonderful to look to the audience and see my husband beaming back at me. To stand in front of our church and remember the day I stood there with him, shortly before our wedding, when he was baptised in the same tub. To stand in the front of that Church and remember standing with Matt as we said our wedding vows.
There are several people that couldn't be there that I wish could, but I was definitely thinking of them.
Colleen Sargent and her family, my first introduction to a life lived in the fullness of Jesus.
Meghan and Jordan, friends that stood by my side and were there and available as I started my walk with Jesus (and are both currently serving Him in Africa).
Emily, who has also been faithful in our long friendship. She is loyal and willing to make the effort to be here.
Eric, Kathleen and Nikki, they helped keep me on the path in college (and the Olsens introduced me to Matt, not a bad perk!)
Of course there are many people that have touched my walk, my life. I am thankful to God for the path thus far and look forward to more to come!
2 comments:
i love you!! wish i could've been there!
and i totally feel you on journaling as well. i only journal bad stuff, like rocky relationships, so when things are going well, it doesn't get done. africa really helped with it though, probably like your summer as a camp counselor. if you go on a mission trip, i highly recommend bringing a blank book along!!
--meg
Becky - that is awesome. How special to be able to be baptized in the same place that you were married and your husband was baptized. What beautiful memories you have there.
I am so proud of you and the journey you are on. You and Matt are an inspiration to me - the way you love each other, the people around you, and the Lord.
I am so thankful to have your friendship after all of these years. Thank you for sharing this post. I wish I could have been there to celebrate this day with you and Matt! God bless you, sister.
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