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Watching Dawson—the light bulbs are coming on!

Jody Shelton — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 17:33:04 +0000

When we first were told Dawson had autism we thought he would never be able to truly function in the real world. There was a time that Dawson could hardly understand anything we said. However, with so many people working together Dawson understands so many amazing things. For instance when you see on these videos Dawson picking the right picture like shoes, hat, car… that enables us to tell him what we are doing or where we are going and he understands and follows our prompts. This translates to an easier life for us and cognitive growth on Dawson’s part.

The hardest part of this process is that ABA therapy is NOT covered by insurance. Every hour of Dawson’s therapy has come from wonderful people giving sacrificially to help him become who he is today. All I can say to those who have helped is you are truly a blessing not only to Dawson but to all of us. Words cannot express how much we thank you. Every month is a new venture to pray that God provides for Dawson through people from all over. If you would like to make a donation for Dawson’s therapy and expenses you can do so here. If you would rather send a check make it payable to Mount Zion Baptist Church with “Shelton Fund” in the memo line. Please understand any gift you give to Dawson is a tax deduction. We greatly appreciate your help and you will now see in these 3 video clips how far Dawson has come. Thanks Again.

Some new videos

Jody Shelton — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:48:56 +0000

God is doing some great things @ Mount Zion!!! Wednesday Nights @ 7:00PM

mountzionstudents.com

A New Name for a New Season!

Jody Shelton — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 03:34:05 +0000

Have you been asked the question what your favorite season of the year is spring, summer, winter or fall? I would say without a doubt it is fall for me. The weather is cooling off, the leaves begin to change, but most important football season begins. There are not many things on TV these days enjoyable to watch, but when it comes to watching a college football game on Saturday is there anything else better? Really?

Observations to why we like football so much in America—see if you agree.

Everyone loves a good rival game. How much fun is it when a close friend is rooting for the opposition? Yes, it stinks when you lose to the rival and oftentimes you hear about it for a whole year. The most intense rivals in college football would have to be: Georgia/Florida, Ohio State/Michigan, Alabama/Auburn, Texas/Oklahoma, Clemson/South Carolina. I try as hard as possible not to talk too much trash just in case my team loses. I don’t want to listen to all the SMACK talk!

I did not grow up a HUGE Cowboy fan, however when I moved from Texas to the east coast my Texas pride increased. There are not many Texans who are not Cowboy fans, the Houston Texans—come on what is that all about?

Jason Elam and Tim Tebow are two players I really enjoy watching. Jason goes to my church and is an awesome Christian example. He is taking classes right now at the seminary I graduated from LBTS. I admire his intensity and focus on the field and his character and love for his family off the field.

Tim Tebow is unbelievably dedicated to sharing Christ with the world. His big sister was friends with my wife, Ruth went to church with the Tebow’s at FBC Jax. The Tebow family was at my wedding in April of 2000 and Tim’s sister was one of Ruth’s bridesmaids. Tim would have been in middle school. I look forward to seeing Tim live out his Christian faith on and off the field. During the National Championship last year Tebow had John 3:16 under his eyes, that day John 3:16 had more hits on google then any other word or phrase. I love athletes that use there influence to share Christ with so many people who are in search for the truth that is only found in Jesus Christ!

Closing thoughts: Why we love football

1. Gives us something to talk about!

2. Life is HARD–Gets your mind off life when things are difficult–but if football is your life not sure what you do?

3. Gives you a reason to get together and hang out with good friends and family

The new name for fall—Football!!!