Our student of the week is Caleb Cook. Caleb is 7 years old and is in the 1st grade. This past Sunday, I had the honor of taking Caleb's confession before the congregation, as Caleb's dad baptized him into Christ.When I asked Becky (Caleb's Wednesday night teacher) to describe him, she used the words attentive and lively. These two adjectives may not seem like they fit together, but I think they describe Caleb perfectly. He's excited, enthusiastic, and lively while at the same time being an engaged and attentive listener.
Whether it's acting out a Bible story, designing a wedding dress out of toilet paper, or making up actions for the memory verse, Caleb's the first to volunteer and participates without fear of what others might think. He is always willing to try new things, and as Caleb's dance performance during the Fall Festival illustrates, he is not intimidated by a crowd. Here's how Nancy (Caleb's small group leader) puts it,
"Caleb is always eager and willing to try, always participating in class. Even if he isn't sure, he takes that step of faith rather than staying back because he's afraid of being wrong. As adults, we can learn a lot from that childlike faith."
Thank you, Caleb, for showing me faith without fear. Your contagious enthusiasm makes you a joy to have in class.
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Wednesday night, I sat down with Caleb and asked him a few questions. He informed me that he had never been interviewed before, so I bring to you an exclusive, first-time interview with Caleb Cook:
What are some of your favorite things to do?
A: read chapter books, tv
What do you want to be when you grow up?
A: a dancer
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?
A: to my Memaw and Papa's house, because I love them
If you had a time machine, to which time period would you travel?
A: to when my Papa was born
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
A: to fly, so I could see things that are far away
How do you show Christ to someone who is not a Christian?
A: by hugging them
Our God is so good! Breann, thank you for sharing this....It means so much to a grandpa and grandma to see the spiritual heritage being passed along to another generation. Thank you to all at Racine for their biblical influence on Caleb and our other grandchildren. And we are so thankful to Jarrett and Amy for the God-fearing parents they are. And all praise to our God who made it all possible!!! Praise Him, praise Him!!!
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