"Mid-day" Monday's in May with Morg - Ep. 3

I did not forget! I just edited a few too many times & that is why I’m late. . .

Yesterday, I was not planning on being baptized. I went to church with my hair, make up done, and honestly a pretty cute outfit. I knew we were observing a Baptism Sunday, and I was excited to celebrate those who chose Pentecost Sunday to outwardly give their life to Christ. It was a beautiful moment. Nothing rang more true when Pastor Curt stated that baptism builds the faith of those individuals, “but, it builds the faith of those around them.” The individual's testimonies were read before they were baptized.

Yesterday, I was baptized. . . for the second time. I don’t remember the first time as I was only an infant. And frankly, a lot has happened and changed since the first time. My mom told me she had me baptized as a child for protection until I was able to make the choice myself. While it may seem like I made the choice, it was a communal effort with the Lord this choice was made.

The previous Sunday they had mentioned that baptisms were to happen the following weekend and you were to reach out in the case you were interested. It briefly crossed my mind but I thought that I'd already been baptized and my new relationship with faith is still so new and fresh. I thought to myself I'd wait at least another year to maybe think about it again.

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Following the planned baptisms, Pastor Curt exited the basin and spoke to us-

“We learned a long time ago if anyone else feels inclined for a baptism to ask now before I change out of wet clothes. . so, anyone. . ?” - P.C

*I had thoughts run through my head that I needed to move. But I stood still* He spoke a bit more and waited on stage for what seemed like the longest minutes on earth. *My mind was racing, internal thoughts and voices kept telling me ‘go,’ and 'what are you waiting for?' My eyes got a bit teary. There was a moment I felt as if someone was telling me “if you don’t do this now, later you’re going to wish you did.”

“This may be the moment. Is your heart beating hard in your chest?” - P.C

I placed my hand on my chest and felt a bit convicted. If I had an Apple watch or Whoop (not an ad) on, an alarm would have probably gone off. My heart felt like it was going to beat out of my chest. There is no other answer than the Holy Spirit telling me I need to go and make this move to advance my relationship with The One and only.

I glanced at a friend next to me and said “I just need to go.” It felt as if I was picked up and carried to the front.

After a quick change of clothes, I was publicly committing myself to a life and future with Christ. I was getting what felt like a fresh start. This is my obedience to the Lord. I came up out of the water regenerated and strengthened. The newly (re)built relationship with my faith just gained the strongest foundation. I felt relieved. I feel free.

Pentecost Sunday - The birth of the church.

May 23rd, 2021 - The birth of my new life with Christ.

And to sum up all of God’s goodness - following service I had glanced at my phone, as I didn’t pay that close attention earlier that morning. The verse of the day read:

“Peter replied, “Each of you must repent of your sins and turn to God, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. Then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” Acts of the Apostles 2:38

I have no closing remarks other than trust His timing and when you feel it, let the Holy Spirit move you!

**Pastor Curt’s quotes are from memory and most likely not word for word**

Xoxo,

Morg