Today being the first Sunday of the month was Fast and Testimony Meeting, and as people were getting up one by one to share their testimonies I began wondering when it would occur to Sydney that she could do it if she wanted to, and then whether or not she'd want to, etc. About 5 minutes after that thought crossed my mind she asked me, "Mom, when will I be big enough to go up there?" I answered, "Probably when you're able to do it without me or Dad going up there with you." So she promptly answered, "I can do that right now!" We talked about how a testimony should be short, how to close what she said (in the name of Jesus Christ, amen), and what she'd say. She said, "I'll just say what's good to say. I can go right after this guy" Gulp. So I crossed my fingers and up she went. She walked quickly to the front and without any sign of anxiety said (something like) the following:
"I know that Heavenly Father and Jesus love me. I know it's important to go to church. I know that parents are important. I know that family is important. I love my family. In the name of Jesus Christ, amen."
And with a big smile she hurried back to our pew. I was pretty proud of that kid. She did a better job than most adults I know, myself included!
6 years ago
7 comments:
She was so awesome! We were very impressed. Way to go Sydney.
that's awesome. What a great feeling to have them give there testimonies.
It was amazing! I think everyone in the whole room had a little tear in their eye. She's such a smart, cute, funny little girl. I loved every second of her testimony!
You are kidding me!!! WOW! What a sweet little testimony and way to let her go for it.
I wish I could have been there to hear it. She is honestly my favorite little girl, and I'm not just saying that!
She's so big! And I don't think it was a coincidence that the thought came to you just before she asked.
Isn't she the prettiest little girl? And the smartest, and the sweetest and the cutest? Yes - from her loving, very proud Grammie!
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