Serenity

This morning around 7:00 am we heard a plane flying over our house. The boys and I went out on the deck and watched it flying low, spraying the trees. Kevin and I walked while it was still a little cool and the mosquitos weren’t too bothersome. (On the way home it was warmer and … Read more

Thank You Lord For This Beautiful Day

Psalm 148 Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord from the heavens; praise Him in the heights! Praise Him, all His angels; praise Him, all His hosts! Praise Him, sun and moon, praise Him, all you shining stars! Praise Him, you highest heavens, and you waters above the heavens! Let them praise the name of the … Read more

Luke’s Summer Ministry

We dropped Luke off at Camp Barakel on Tuesday afternoon. We are happy that he has an opportunity to serve there this summer. We are praying that he will be a blessing as he serves the Lord.

Celebrating Easter

A couple of different friends gave our children baskets filled with Easter goodies. Saturday before Easter we colored some eggs. An extra special treat for all of us was getting to see Taylor on Saturday and having Kevin and Angelee here for Easter. We have a tradition of hiding our Easter baskets, so on Sunday … Read more

The Economy

With all of the talk about our troubled economy lately, I found this article very encouraging. It’s always good to keep our perspective straight. A Truly Safe Investment Update: Here is another thoughtful piece on the economy. Why I Pray for the Economy

Happy Easter!

Matthew 28:6 He is not here, for He has risen, as He said. Come, see the place where He lay.

Sowing and Reaping

I’ve been listening to James MacDonald’s series, “Laws of the Harvest”. It’s been a good reminder to me how we reap what we sow. The reality of reaping and sowing hit home to me in a funny and slightly painful way this morning as I was walking. This time of year, when we have some … Read more

Cross Reflection

I took this picture this morning while I was out walking and thought it was neat how it looks like a reflection of a cross in the water. What a great reminder to reflect on the cross and the hope it brings. I am so thankful for the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross. Galatians … Read more

The Creative Handiwork of God

As I was walking this morning, I was struck once again by the beauty, order, design and variety present in God’s magnificent creation. All around us are signs of God’s greatness. Psalm 145: 3 Great is the LORD and most worthy of praise; His greatness no one can fathom.