Before having my three sons, I don’t really remember meeting any boy who had an active, living, breathing faith.
I knew guys who went to church and performed a variety of religious sacraments
But it all seemed shallow
And I could relate
Because my spiritual practices were very superficial as well
Today, it’s my ministry-minded middle’s 19th birthday
And ladies, let me say he is a cutie (he also has a serious gfgf so he’s taken!)
My superbaby is a reader of unusual books, uses quotes from great Puritan leaders with wild abandon
And he prays fervently, thinks passionately and feels the strong call to be in ministry – I am in awe
What brings me to tears though is his heart for worship
Aaron is a man of imperfection just like the rest of us
But the purity of his surrender and dependence on Jesus
Sometimes I look at him with fascination
He has a faith that is unashamed
His devotion to living a holy and righteous life
Are evidence of his worship to the King
And that’s not something you typically see in a 19-year-old.
They often worship other things far less honorable…
So what does the word “worship” make you think about? Join this writing community and share!
Today I rejoice that the Lord has blessed me with this child who has a true heart of worship and a love for Christ.
My Awesome Olive Shoots 
Happy Happy Birthday! What a blessing – to have a son with a heart for worship. I am continually amazed at how each son’s faith emerges! A mom with 3 sons! You can be a part of my unoffical mom-with-3-sons club (no daughters allowed) – it’s a special calling!
I’d love to hear Aaron quoting from the Puritan leaders! My husband has said repeatedly how amazing all your boys are and how he hopes ours turn out as good. I want so much for them to have the heart for Jesus that you describe your boys having. I wish I knew better how to instill that in my kids.
You have been blessed!! You know, I can’t recall very many young men that were serious about God when I was in high school either. It is very special and encouraging to hear about young men who are passionate about God. I give praise to our Father!! Praise God for raising up young men to know Him!!! 🙂