A few weeks ago, I caught a reflection on our tinted car window of what I thought was a little child in white shirt and tie walking down the Manila Philippines Temple grounds. I thought the body of that child was not proportionate to his height so I turned around to have a better view. I was moved by what I saw.
It was a young man walking on his knees.
I remember watching him in awe as he walked past everybody standing in the long aisle that connected the visitors’ center to the temple. He walked with his chin up, making no display of shame or excuse on how he physically appeared. His countenance shone and his spirit soared.
When I came to his town to interview him, I learned that he is a man highly esteemed by those around him. Being the Sunday School president and a counselor in the Young Men presidency, he exemplifies the true meaning of selfless service. He gives more than he receives, despite his physical handicap. He is grateful for the life given him and looks forward with faith to that day when his body would be restored to its perfect form and he would be able to enjoy “walking” the way most people do.
Yet to me and to those who know him, he is already walking ten feet tall! His example of service and faith is something to emulate. I hope to be able to serve my fellowmen as he does—-selflessly—-with the complete faculties given me, in the period time that I am granted in this earthly life.
these are the kinds of stories i like to read in dateline philippines and in blogs. they help me “stand a little taller” and that means a lot cause you know how short i am! kidding aside, this is such an inspiring story. looking forward to the article in dateline philippines!
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