An honor for my husband

Nov 16th, 2006 by Accidental Thinker

“Deacons, likewise, are to be men worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine, and not pursuing dishonest gain. They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience. They must first be tested; and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons. In the same way, their wives are to be women worthy of respect, not malicious talkers but temperate and trustworthy in everything. A deacon must be the husband of but one wife and must manage his children and his household well. Those who have served well gain an excellent standing and great assurance in their faith in Christ Jesus.”

1 Timothy 3:8-13

A couple of weeks ago, my exceptional husband received what is, to him, an important call from an elder in our church. They have invited him to be a deacon. His first thoughts were of his deceased father, who was a deacon in their church when Kent was growing up. He is proud to be following in those footsteps, and I am proud of him.

After meeting with a couple of the elders the following Sunday, Kent accepted the invitation, because, as he put it, "How can I deny the Lord?" So he’ll be on the ballot at our annual congregational meeting in a few weeks. Apparently the elders have had their eye on him for a while. And it’s no wonder—he’s so friendly, and talks to everyone. Kent is one of those people who always manages to find something in common with everyone he meets. I think he’ll be a natural in whatever ministry he takes on.

I’m so thankful every day that God led me to such an outstanding specimen of human being, thankful that God used Kent to lead me to Him, and immensely proud to be married to and loved by someone of such high moral character, who is so selfless in serving others.

I love you, Kent, and I’m very proud of everything you do.

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7 Responses to “An honor for my husband”

on 17 Nov 2006 at 9:33 am1Peach

Happy belated Birthday! Sounds like quite an ordeal you had! Seeing as how my husband works for the airline we have been through it many a time. Especially when you fly stand-by. But we are used to it.

Congratulations to your husband. That is quite an honor. And you are a lucky/blessed woman to be married to him. May God bless him in his new ministry.
on 17 Nov 2006 at 12:46 pm2Paul N.

Blessings to your Kent–and to your church. Spiritual service is a terrific thing. I hope he enjoys all that the Lord sends his way.
on 18 Nov 2006 at 6:53 am3Herb

Wow. Congratulations!
on 18 Nov 2006 at 10:32 am4Mike

Woo-hoo! Congratulations, Kent.
on 18 Nov 2006 at 7:55 pm5Jennifer

Congratulations to your husband. What an honor.
on 20 Nov 2006 at 12:44 pm6Jolynn

That sounds wonderful and you are a lucky woman!
on 20 Nov 2006 at 8:56 pm7Fred

Congratulations to Kent. What a great honor, and best of luck to him.

Happy Belated Birthday, too!