After a long day yesterday, I started the nightly ritual of "tucking in" five children. Each has their own routine—whether it involves going potty, needing a sippy cup, or making up a nighttime adventure. For my 6-year old, Dylan, the evening began with a question: "Dad, can you tell me about the prayer to get to heaven?
Words that I had not expected ... probably because it came from the same boy who stuck a bead in his ear and swallowed a quarter in a seven day period last month ... but words that I needed to hear. The next twenty minutes were precious: leading my son to join God's family, seeing the excitement on his face, calling a few people to tell them the Good News, and me just beaming on the inside.
Last night was more than a significant moment in Dylan's life ... it was a moment that God gave me ... to push forward, to take the reigns of this family, to continue with this stirring in my gut, to make a difference in the world.
To Dylan, a praying boy, it was perhaps the single most important decision he will make in his life. To me, the boy's father, it was a small reward that pushes me onward. What pushes you onward?
4 comments:
This is so exciting for Dylan, and for your family! I will be praying for Dylan as he begins his journey of following Jesus.
Lady Word
Thanks for the note Lady Word. We are so excited for the little man!
Sunday night at choir practice we talked about the child's prayer in the musical. I asked The Sunbeams if they would like to learn the part. Dylan quickly opened his book and read the prayer. I asked him if he thought he could memorize the prayer and say it when we perform our musical. He said, "I know I can do it." I know he will. Alot of parents pray for their children, but not with their children. You and Courtney are an inspiration to all. Give Dylan a hug from Mrs. Dawn. I will pray for Dylan and all of the DeVries family as he begins his journey.
Dawn, Thanks for you love, support and especially your ministry! I don't care what your hubby says about you, WE LOVE YOU!
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