As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and lighting on him. And a voice from heaven said, “This is Son, whom I love, with him I am well pleased.”
Matthew 3:16-17
We went to Mall of America yesterday, after the doctor’s appointment. We’ve been there dozens of time as a family. This time, we took turns pushing Ian in a wheelchair. We looked at the stores, had a snack and we laughed. The whole time, I wanted to stop each person and let him/her know about my son. Not about his condition, but about him. About what a wonderful little boy he is.
Do you know my son, Ian? You should get to know him. He’s a fantastic kid. He’s only in first grade, but he can add a column of two-digit numbers in his head. He can read at least a couple of grades better than I did at his age. He’s had a rotten year, but he’s still got a great attitude. He’s brave, and is one of the most kind-hearted people I know. He can see when someone is suffering, but he isn’t afraid to say or do something about it. I love him more than anyone else in this world, except for maybe my wife. If you got to know him, I think you would feel the same way. You need to look past the appearance. His body is weak and frail right now, but someday he’s going to be glorious.
Is that how you feel as well about Jesus, Heavenly Father? When He was born, as He grew into a man, was it only your wisdom that kept the angels from trumpeting His glory every day, celebrating His majesty each minute?
#1 by Kristi on January 23rd, 2009
Tom, I can so understand you wanting to spread the joy of knowing your son. I have felt the same about my kids, especially my angel Nikki. You are blessed with a wonderful young man. Just know that many of us do know and anytime you want to share something wonderful about your son. We would love to hear.
Kristi Schaut
#2 by The Marlands on January 27th, 2009
I think Ian is pretty wonderful too! Thanks for sharing your lives with us!