It gets increasingly easier to understand some of God's Scriptures the older I get. We are but a "vapor in the wind" and our time in our earthly bodies is only an instant, a wink if you will when put in the context of eternity.
One of the happiest days of my life was September 2, 1983....25 years ago today when Trey entered into the world. Hard to believe the man I know today was once small enough to be held in one hand. As I reflect on his first 25 years, I am reminded at how blessed I have been to be a father of two wonderful children. I am humbled by how God has shown the kids His love and that our faith was never "forced" on the children. They each found their own way and made their own decisions when it came to whether or not they would follow the world or follow the Saviour. To Him, "a thousand years is but a day and a day is like a thousand years." Our time as parents will not end until we leave this earth. We are challenged to let our children grow and learn and to cling to their special someone. While it is difficult to step outside the box and let them experience life's obstacles on their own....it is what we must do. Now, I find that much harder to accomplish than does Debbie....especially with Trey. A father has a different responsibility to raising a son versus raising a daughter. A son must learn responsibility as it pertains to leading, protecting, and supporting a family. While I have tried to model and encourage traits consistent with this philosophy...there have been times that I have fallen miserably short. My prayer is that for those times...I be forgiven. I love my son and I am so very proud of him and all the many things he has accomplished. God has a awesome plan for him and what He would have him to do to further His kingdom. Happy Birthday Trey! Stay the course and finish this race that you are on!
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