Dedication

Exodus says that all first-born males are to be dedicated to Him (Exodus 13). Therefore, when Jesus was just a baby, 1-2 months, his parent took him to the temple in Jerusalem to be dedicated to God. It was at this time that Simeon prophesied over him and Anna bless him and his parents. While not Jewish, we also dedicate our children to God.

We dedicate our children to God as a sign that our children were give to us by God and we will raise our children with the knowledge of Him. Patrick's dedication also serves as a dedication of Michael and I to godly parenting. We are committing our-selves to the task of raising Patrick and giving him the knowledge of Christ not just in our words, but more importantly in our actions. Children learn more by the example they see that what they are told. Finally, it is also a time to thank God for the new life He has given.

Patrick was dedicated today, Mother's Day, at our church in Beaver Dam. While no one prophesied over Patrick, he and us were prayed for and in a way blesses. Both of our family was able to join us for the day. We took up two rows of seats. Afterwards we went out to lunch and then back to the apartment to sit and chat.