One morning in particular will stand out in the Franzenfam book of memories. Skyler was baptized by her Dad in the Indian Ocean!
Our "South African" family was all there in support which made it extra special!
We prayed for her and then "Pastor Dad" proceeded with familiar words that became ultra personal that morning...."I baptize you in the Name of the Father,
The Son,
And the Holy Spirit!"
Afterward "Grandpa Joe" (Betsy's Dad) trumpeted "Amazing Grace"
And Sky was embraced by our precious teammates....
That morning I woke with a specific scripture rolling around in my heart and mind. This scripture has become a dear one to me over the years which made it even more special to share with my girl.Psalm 27:4 "One thing I ask of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple."
I'm convinced I share this "prayer" with most parents....that our children would dwell in the house of the Lord ALL the days of their life and amidst the ugliness that the world can throw at our kids that they would lift their eyes and keep their gaze focused on HIS beauty!!
We love our girl and are proud of her; she has a beautiful heart for the Lord!
It was a very special day at the beach!!
2 comments:
Wow how amazing and wonderful!! Yes, we are proud of her too. She sure does have a heart for God (as all you kids do) and we love her so.
Sorry to miss out on all these wonderful events.
Wouldn't it be wonderful to be able to be translated from one place to another (who knows maybe we will)
Mom
Magnificent! Am so happy for you all. God is good and I am so blessed to have you as children and grand children. Who could ask for anything more. Congats to you Sky! Dad B
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