Facing Fear
Facing Fear Two young families participated in the sacrament of baptism one bright Sunday morning. Baptisms are joyful and meaningful times for participants, their loved ones, and the entire congregation. They are looked forward to with anticipation. A baby nestled in the arms of his mother was wide-eyed but quiet, as his parents stood close together awaiting their child’s baptism. The second couple had two sons, the youngest of whom was going to be baptized. This was a new, strange place for the little boy, Bennett, who at first was bravely standing beside his family. After a few moments, he wanted his mother to hold him and buried his head in her shoulder, while the parents were asked to confirm their faith in Christ as their Savior and Lord, and their commitment to follow Him. When they approached the baptismal font, he covered his ears with his hands and kept his head down. “So, Bennett, I can see that you are ready for this wonderful moment,” said the pastor smilin...
