Pastor Dan’s Blog

Legacy Of Blessing

My parents have taken great care of me and my sister over the years. They have constantly place our needs above our own, even sacrificing their own comfort to ensure a better life for us. By no means am I suggesting that they are perfect but they were perfectly selected to raise my sister and I by the Lord.

Over the years they have provided more than a roof over my head, they provided a head start in life. I make not qualms about it, all I have and all I am is a direct reflection of their influence and sacrifice. My first home was made possible by my parents (come to think of it all my homes were!), my first car was a gift from my dad, my education was their sacrifice, my morals and standards were a by product of the God they tirelessly served. They took my family on countless trips to Hawaii & Cabo San Lucas. It has always been my dream to some how give back to them a small token of what they have given to me over the years.

On January 10^th, 2010 my parents celebrated 50 years of marriage. They didn’t want a fancy ceremony or big deal made out of their accomplishment. So we made a decision to take my parents on a first class trip to the Bahamas to celebrate their wedding anniversary. I was especially blessed to officiate their renewal of vows on the beautiful Bahamian beach.

As the tropical sun began to set my mother & father’s eyes filled with tears as they expressed their love to one another. They renewed their vow and gave credit to the Lord for their longevity. They kept kissing throughout the ceremony even when it wasn’t time for them to do so. It was then I realized just how blessed I am to have them in my life. Their example is one I strive for daily.

I am one blessed man to have been blessed with my parents.