Bradyn's Baptism

t's been almost five years since Bradyn was first introduced into this world. I can't describe the joy we felt the first time we saw him. To us he was perfect in every way. I remember having the privilege of saying the first prayer for him, and I remember praying that he would always know what it is like to love others and to be loved by others. I prayed that he would find Christ at an early age and learn to serve Him without reservation. Bradyn gave his heart to the Lord at bible school this past summer and, along with fourteen other young people, was baptized Sunday afternoon. There are certain images that are ingrained in my mind I will never forget...... how beautiful and radiant Karen looked after giving birth to our children, how beautiful our children looked at birth, and the look of love in my parent's eyes when they held our children for the first time.
I remember letting go of their little hands and watching them go to the first day of school. These are just a few of the many things I will always remember....... and I will always remember Bradyn's baptism and the peace in my heart when he came out of the water.