Nate's Dedication Letter

We read the following letter to Nate at Christmas Dinner in 2012.  Nate was dedicated when he was an infant, at the First Baptist Church in Howell, Michigan.  They used a more scripted approach to the dedication, and we thought it would be great to capture our thoughts for Nate when we were writing the letter for Curtis:

December 23, 2012

Dear Nate,

Son, you may not understand this now, but someday you’ll realize how much love and prayer came before your birth.  Your dad and I wanted you so badly and went to the ends of the world to make that happen.  As I say, you are my fertility miracle and we love you just so very much.

You are such an amazing boy and we know you are so smart, loving and kind.  Being so creative with such a warm and loving personality you can go so far in this world.    Be it designing video games or writing comics, we will be proud of you for all you do. 

Just as we committed to teach Curtis about Jesus today, we made that same commitment to you when you were a baby.  We did this at the church that Mommy grew up in, and we’re so happy that you’ve already learned so much about Jesus and how his love for us will allow us to be with Him forever.  We’re really excited for the day that you choose to be baptized in His name making that visible act to confirm what you already believe in your heart that Jesus died for our sins. 

Remember these few things and you will have the life we dreamed for you before we held you in our arms.

1 - No matter what you will always be loved and honored by us and the rest of your family.  You will always have your special angels in heaven guiding you and watching out for you when you are in need.  Never forget the love they have for you, before you were even born, they adored you so much!  All you have to do is look at the sky and find a star shining bright!  They are up there guiding your way.

2 – You should pursue  whatever you want in life.  As long as you follow your heart and being a Christian you can’t go wrong.  Be the BACKUS man we know you already are.  Live your life with integrity and in Christ and you will go far! 

3 – Love like you won’t see tomorrow.  Fall for the person of your dreams.  Love them like they are only here for a day.  Your heart is so big and will only grow bigger allowing more dreams and people to be touched. 

4 – be faithful in your heart.  God will always get you through even the toughest of times.  He will be the ever constant in your life above all.  Become a strong Christian man and maintain this in your life. 

No matter what – remember how much you have been loved and longed for many years before you were born.  As your name says, you ARE a Gift from God!  We love you so much.

Mom and Dad!