Because I have loved the Lord for so long, I have had so many opportunities for him to mold me. I know, in his infinite wisdom that he has been with me in every phase of life. He has been holding me over the fire, shaping me .
There are certain parts of my life that it was even more apparent that was what God was doing. And when I worked as a minister to youth and children at Parkway Baptist Church, I know God's hand was in my work there
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What I remember most now is the relationships that I formed and the how those children taught me. Thomas Waggoner was one of the children who taught me along the way. No one could accuse Thomas of sleeping through life. He loves with no conditions and works as if he is working for the Lord. Even at a young age, he approached learning about God and ministering to others with singular focus.
Even today, I often remember the boy who encouraged me to approach the knowledge of God with passion, and the work of God with intention. He is lying today in a hospital bed, recovering from a motorcycle accident. I am praying for his full recovery, and that he will feel my love in the prayers I am lifting up for him.
Get better soon, Thomas. We are all praying for you.
