“Truly I say to you, unless you are converted and become like children, you shall not enter the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 18:3

“In the Name of The Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit.” I’ve Baptized plenty of people in my day, and even had the privilege of doing so in the River Jordan, at the very spot they say Jesus was Baptized. But this week was absolutely the best experience I have ever had. The Church was blessed with their extended family, as two children shouted out, “WE BELONG TO JESUS!”

It started when their parents told me their kids had specifically asked if THEY could be Baptized, saying “we’re ready and want to be.” Katie and I met with the whole family to ask and answer questions. We wanted to make sure they both knew ‘exactly’ what they were really asking for. There was NO hesitation! They knew EXACTLY what Baptism meant and were MORE than eager.

After the service, we were asked to join the family at a local restaurant. Walking in, the table that was prepared stretched the entire length of the restaurant! Grandparents, Uncles, friends and Church families gathered around with their kids, as we had a celebration Sunday Dinner. Someone counted 27 people! It truly was a picture of what we can expect, and WILL experience, in Heaven!

Looking down the table at each participant, I knew that every person there had made a decision for Jesus Christ. That made Jesus the CENTER point of the extended table. I thought, “it just can’t get better than this!” Then it did! Waiting for the bills, none came! Dad had paid the full price! When I asked, “why,” he said, “Because the money’s not mine anyway!” I saw where the kids got their Faith.

Are YOU going to be joining Jesus’ Heavenly Banquet? Do YOU have the heart of a little child? Have YOU placed your Faith in the one who paid for your entrance into the Kingdom of Heaven? It isn’t hard. Even little kids can do it and YOU are invited!!