At the beginning of the semester, my second child—now in third grade—decided to run for class president. Here is the campaign pledge he wrote:
If I become class president, I promise to be like a school supply for all of you.
First, like a ruler, I’ll always adjust to match your needs.
Second, like an eraser, I’ll help wipe away bad thoughts.
Third, like tape, I’ll build strong and lasting friendships.
Fourth, like a pencil, I’ll leave a meaningful mark in the history of class presidents.
Please vote for me!
As I read his pledge, I found myself reflecting on my own faith and making a renewed resolution. I want to meet my brothers and sisters where they are, keep my heart clean by erasing negative thoughts, build bonds of strong and sincere brotherly love, and—like a pencil making a bold stroke—leave a lasting mark in the history of the gospel.