You got your driver’s license today. I can’t believe how fast you’ve grow up. I can remember when you was very young and HYPERRRRRRR……..(you’re still quite active.) I thought you would never grow up and now you’ll be graduating soon and then off to college.
The last couple of weeks I had this little teeny weeny thought and hope that maybe you wouldn’t pass the driver’s test, and I could keep you out of that mode of independence for a little longer. As we arrived at the Driver center this morning and got set up for the test, all of sudden I hoped with all my heart that you would pass. Mother’s enjoy seeing their children succeed. Nothing can replace the glow on the face of a child who just accomplished something without mom’s help. I held your hand and prayed with you and waited. You passed! I am thrilled for you son.
I often picked on you when you were young and said I couldn’t wait till you were older and out on your own. Can I take that back now?
Out of all the memories….good and not so good……..I remember the day you gave your heart to Jesus.
We had been at church on a Wednesday night where we saw the movie, Revelation. I was laying in bed and felt the urge to check on you. I went to your room and you were laying there with your eyes wide open staring at the ceiling. I asked you if you were okay and you said the movie had scared you. I asked you why you were afraid, “aren’t you going to heaven.” You answered with a hesitant, “I don’t know.” There were tears in your eyes. Even though you had always been in church since you were born, this day was the day that you realized it was truly real. I talked with you a while and you prayed with me and asked Jesus in your heart.
Jesus has always been with you John! He will be with you always. I have always marvelled at the way you respond to the conviction of the Holy Spirit. God has gifted you beyond your years.
I am proud of you for giving your heart to Jesus. I am proud of you for giving your talents to Jesus. I am proud of you for bringing so many of your friends to Jesus.
There is a song by Karen Wheaton called “Just be There”
The words of this song express my heart’s desire for you!
Cradled in my arms I held you – and I loved you more with each day passing by – Sharing joy, sharing pain – through the sunshine and the rain -I can’t believe it’s time to say goodbye
I don’t know what the future brings you -But I hope that you’ll keep Heaven as your goal – For we’ve taught you how to pray- we made sure you knew the way -so remember my request before you go
Just be there- When I finally make it home – and I stand before the throne – Just be there – When I look around to see – If you are standing next to me – Just be there
It’s not an easy road you’re travelin’ – But every place you go Jesus has been – And when you find you’ve made a turn – Forgetting what you’ve learned -You may have to start all over again
It’s not an easy load you’re bearin’ – But the trials of your faith will make you strong – Facing dangers unaware – He won’t allow what you can’t bear – So my prayer is that your faith will bring you home.
I love you! Mom
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Broke passenger side mirror of my car last night an some “freakish” type of accident? Hmmmmm…………..5 days with a license………..Thank you Lord for you ever constant protection of my son.
My heart is moved. My same prayer as yours for my daughter and son. The words of Karen Wheaton’s son choked me up. May the Lord bless and keep our children….
God is a good God! if we stand on God’s promises concerning protection He will indeed protect us. God’s not the one who misses it, we are. I just wanted to say that what you said to your son was very inspirational i was very moved by it. Your very wise pastor Laura!God Bless You always!