So Saturday was a big day - Jack's Dedication! Shanna and I are so thankful for the family that came out, sacrificing both time and money to share in our boys day. And for the family that couldn't be with us, we definitely missed you.
The day was filled with lots of talking (as usual), some chili, some football, some coupon training, lots of pictures (as usual), and from my perspective - frustation from being hobbled by surgery. Everyone was super helpful,
and super annoyed by me trying to do things I
shouldn't :) (welcome to my wife's world!)
We left our home at around 4:15 pm and made it to Fellowship at around 20 til. The dedications were held at the beginning of service and it was quite surreal. For one, it was tough because I was on crutches and couldn't hold Jack, or pull Shanna close to me. It also affected my ability to truly be "in" the moment because of the pain and fear of falling over. But I did my best. And all I could think about is WOW. God has transformed my life through Jesus Christ. I was a clever, sarcastic punk who thought I knew what was "behind the curtain." I understood it all - the schemes of politicians, the necessity for people to have religions, and the emptiness behind what was really our reality. And now, I see His Glory. I see a Church body in front of my family, pledging to care for us, to support our efforts in raising our son. This IS our family. I've always heard the saying "blood is thicker than water." Yes, and so is oil. But the belief in Christ's blood, His sacrifice for us, and the commitment to follow Him, is the strongest bond I can imagine.
So there I am with the most adorable son God could create, I mean really (biased I know); and a beautiful beyond words wife - and they both
love me! And here is the Church body who is telling us - we
commit to
loving and supporting
you and your family! And of course, not to be overlooked for sure - looking upon me and my family from on High, is our God who
loves me, and He's saying... "This brings Glory to me!" And what's most amazing about it all...
I don't deserve ANY OF IT. Praise Him!
After the service we were able to speak with some of our friends that attended the service, and then took some great pictures in the Learning Center with the fam. We were sad to see them go, but what an awesome day!
The Brawner's and The Perry's
The Brawner's and The Muretisch's
And of course this day was all about the Big Guy and the little guy :) We love Jack!
