Tracen's Baptism

And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized of John in Jordan. Mark 1:9
When Jesus was about 30 years old, He came from Nazareth to the river Jordan and was baptized by John the Baptist (Matthew 3:13; Mark 1:9; Luke 3:23). John knew that Jesus had not sinned, so he did not think Jesus needed to be baptized. Instead, John felt that Jesus should baptize him. Jesus explained to John that even the Savior of the world must be baptized. ( Matthew 3:1415.)
"And John went down into the water and baptized [Jesus].
"And Jesus when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water; and John saw ... the Spirit of God descending like a dove and lighting upon Jesus.
"And lo, he heard a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Hear ye him" (Joseph Smith Translation, Matthew 3:4446

John 3:5

"Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God."

From the moment we first talked about baptism, we told our boys that it would be their decision whether or not they wanted to be baptized. They did not have to. (I confess, that was very hard for me to do.) And if they chose to do it, we hoped they would understand, as best they could, the promises they would be making.

So we are very honored to announce that...

On Saturday April 30, 2011

TRACEN DANIEL JACOBS

chose to be baptized and confirmed a member of

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

He chose to be baptized and confirmed by his father

Jon Daniel Jacobs

At 8 years old you would hardly think there was any "sin" to be washed away. But watching him immerge from the water, you could sense the purity and perfection in that moment. Knowing that he made this decision because of his simple faith in following our savior Jesus Christ's example.

It is hard for me to find the words to adequately express all that we feel. We are so proud of Tracen. He is an incredible boy. He is so full of good. His heart is so pure and honest. He is always striving to make right choices. He has so much love to give. We feel so honored to play a role along his journey in this life and the next.
Congratulations Tracen!

We love you so much!

*And THANK YOU to all the many family and friends who play such important roles in our little family's journey.*

We love you too!