 Well, you've got a point there, the old man replied, glancing down at his worn Bible. A big smile broadened his narrow face, and once again he looked at the boys and said, Sure isn't very realistic, is it? But I'm standing here today to tell you this story is but a glimpse of what it must have been like for God to give up his son for me. You see, I was that father, and your pastor is my son's friend.