Today, I'm thankful I got to witness this boy bear his strong,
heart-felt testimony today.
In our ward today, a 13-year old boy, who's father has been denying him the opportunity to receive the priesthood for almost 2 years, became a deacon today. The father (not a member of the church) has asked near impossible things for this boy to do in order to "prove" he was ready to receive the priesthood. The deacon's quorum decided that they were going to be there for their friend and studied scriptures with him, offered support, etc. After he was sustained, he burst into tears. When he walked past the deacons, there were handshakes, hugs, and fist bumps. Many of the boys later bore their testimonies. It was an emotional testimony meeting. We sat right behind the deacons and Max saw the love and support these young men have been giving this boy.
He decided he wanted to bear his testimony too. He got up and bore a very heart-felt testimony.
He said that he felt the spirit and he never wants to lose it.
I am so thankful I was able to witness this.
Looks like my Peter Pan is growing up.
1 comment:
That is beautiful.
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