Some of you might be wondering why we chose Infant Baptism, as we have a strong Baptist background. We have joined a Presbyterian church in our area and it is their practice. After reviewing the scriptural basis for this ordinance, we wholeheartedly participated. The sign and seal of circumcision was given to Abraham and his household; likewise, the conversion from circumcision to baptism by water in the New Testament symbolizes the sign and seal of God's blessings on a believer and his household. It does not "save" the child; it stands as a representation of the sign and seal that God's blessings are waiting for that child when he learns and accepts Jesus as Savior, and that he will be raised in the knowledge of these blessings and promises. There is still the controversy (too harsh?) of immersion versus sprinkling, but that is a debate for another day. Both Shaw and KK have been immersed and would not stand in the way if Henry wishes the same when he makes his decision. We celebrated this day as best we could, joined by PawPaw and YaYa, and rejoiced that Henry is part of our household and family. We are happy to discuss this with any of you who might be interested.
But I am revealing it here first, Henry has officially outgrown that outfit! As a gift from a friend, we dearly wanted him to wear it, and I'm glad it didn't split during the service! What a big boy!
