Jonathan is graduating this May. I still remember holding him in my arms when he was born. I remember realizing that he made me a “father.” Now I look up to catch his eyes.
In a few weeks Jonathan will board an airplane for university and life at the Nelson home will change.
Jonathan has brought his parents pride over the years. His first steps, first words, and going to school for the first time, and singing solos in the Christmas children’s choirs all have brought us joy. Leading a classmate to the Lord, speaking before groups about missions and excelling in school have all been a part of Jonathan’s accomplishments.
Recently Jonathan scored 1560 out of 1600 on his SAT. We were told that this is the highest score ever received by a student at Rosslyn Academy on the SAT. Jonathan, we are proud of you.
God has gifted Jonathan with an amazing mind. Jonathan desires to study Aeronautical Engineering.
When Jonathan was in eighth grade he read the story of R. G. LeTourneau, an inventor and engineer who designed and built earth moving equipment primarily during World War II. He was a Christian man who gave most of his income to the Lord’s work and missions.
He founded LeTourneau University after the war for veterans to learn a skill. Today LeTourneau is one of the top engineering schools in the U. S. and it maintains its strong Christian foundation.
Jonathan has been accepted and hopes to begin at LeTourneau this fall.
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