Grandma Gerry was asked to write a devotional for her church. Enjoy!
Day 60
August 14, 2013
3 John 1:1-8
I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.
As I read 3 John it reminded me of my grandfather Keele. Grandpa Keele was what they called an upstanding gentleman. His love for God was outstanding; he was a pillar of the community. He served as a church lay leader for many years and he was the first Black person on the school board.
In the early years he tutored many children in their home work because he believed in a good education for all students. I'm sure he was much like Gaius.
My most unforgettable memory of him is when he was older, how he sat in church and many times cried just for being in God's house. My father died when I was four years old leaving my mother to raise a large family. Mom was always there for us and I
remember some of her words of wisdom that I am sure she learned from grandpa. She taught us to be kind to others, and to help others when we could.
John wrote about "my children" because, as of a result of his preaching, he was the
spiritual father of many, including Gaius. Like John, you might say that grandpa was the spiritual father of many.
I believe that God wants us to leave a legacy, an example of how to live life in faith and love. Grandpa was a role model for me. Faith in God is the strength that I learned from him.
Geraldine Walton
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