An Open Letter to My Son Alesso

Alesso, birthdays are a reminder of death.

With each passing day, I am reminded that life on earth has its limits. Once a year, we observe the day in which the world welcomed us.

Our loved ones take time out of their busy schedule to congratulate us for another year of life, happiness, and goodwill.

But on matters of the finite, the earthly, and death, we would be guilty of dishonoring Him who transcends our earthly limits.

You see, reason leads us to believe that for the finite, there must be the infinite; for the earthly, there must be the heavenly; and, for death, there must be life.

He, who transcends all and is the author of Life, is He who fills our hearts with gratitude to draw us near unto Him.

That which enslaves and traps us is a clear indicator of our eternal need for God. It is the means to draw us to the recognition of our own finitude and to the rescuing grace of God.

And so, Alesso, every year when your birthday approaches, seek solitude and draw near unto God. Your birthday will remind you that you are aging, of those that have come and gone, and that life on earth has many limits.

But rejoice and be joyful, for God always steps in and says, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die.”

As you turn 5 years old, may you continue feeling young in soul, and eternal in spirit. Learn to seek God’s presence and in solitude thank Him for the many blessings He has bestowed upon you. In His graciousness, He has forgiven me just as you are forgiven. I am grateful beyond measure, but above all, I am joyful that His eternal Son lives within us.

Alesso, birthdays are a reminder of eternal life.

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