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A New Brother in Christ
Mike Nolan baptizes and lays his hands on William Huddleston in Hickory, NC.
On December 26, 2009, William Huddleston was baptized into the newness of life in Jesus Christ. William has been studying and attending the Hickory CGI for several years now. It has not been easy for him. Health issues for he and his wife, Susan, have been very great. At one point, we thought we were losing him, but thank God, he did come back and with more of a will to serve God!
William was hurt in an accident at his place of work before he began attending services with us. His back is damaged to the point that surgery will not help him. Susan went through 2 surgeries last year to remove leg masses that were very debilitating for her. In addition to the leg problems, she has chronic asthma and uses oxygen quite a bit of her day. Susan is not able to attend with William much during this time of the year, due to the cold weather increasing asthma. Both, William and Susan are just thankful to be alive.
When I spoke with Susan the week following William's baptism, she told me how happy William was. She is excited for him. Seems as if there is a stir in their home to learn the truth. Their son, Cameron visits them on Sunday morning to watch "The Armor of God" programs with them. According to Susan, William is reading and devouring his Bible and is filled with the Spirit!
Our little Hickory congregation was so pleased to welcome William into the fold. We have had 10 or so visitors this year. Some come once or twice, but never return. It is good when one grasps the truth and holds on. Needless to say, we are going to help encourage and serve William's needs in the days to come.
