Home At Last--Dr. Pipim's Baptism
[NOTE: Below is (i) a statement released by Dr. Pipim on the occasion of his baptism (ii) a brief report, highlighting his home-coming celebration on June 20 & 21 2014, and (iii) his “thank you” letter to the Ann Arbor church.]
Thank You, Columbus Church
The journey has been long and painful, But the Lord has been faithful! Today’s baptism announces publicly that, through God’s grace and mercy, this prodigal son has been received back home by his Father—never more to roam. I thank you all for your prayers and encouragement in making this day a reality
As you rejoice with me on my baptism, I use this occasion to once again tender an unreserved apology to all who have been adversely affected by my sin.
Undeserving though I am, I have experienced God's pardon and forgiveness. As a result of this, I cannot withhold from others that which I was given freely. I therefore also, this day, offer my forgiveness freely to those who, on account of my sin, have hurt me and my family—deliberately...
