Archive for August, 2006



He Who Places Faith in Jesus

Published on August 19, 2006

This is a poem by Kevin Hartnett (a man at our church).
He who places faith in Jesus
Gains a hope which cannot fail.
Weak and brokenhearted souls will
Through God’s faithfulness prevail.
Rise up to embrace His promise;
He works only what is right.
Joy returns unto the righteous;
Into darkness, He brings light.
Faithful love He keeps forever;
Mercies new appear each day.
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More on Nana

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I talked to Nana today and we did some online research concerning her specific brain tumor (meningioma). Based on what we read it is almost always benign and in extremely rare cases it’s malignant. The symptoms she’s been having are most likely caused from the pressure the marble-sized tumor is placing on the […]


When it rains it pours

Published on August 17, 2006

Earlier today I got an IM from my mom saying, “Has Nana told you what’s going on with her?” After waiting all day I finally got to talk with her. She informed me that Nana had an episode last week where she went to get the juice from the fridge and got dizzy […]


Soccer Camp

Published on August 14, 2006

This past week Nate attended soccer camp at our church. It was from 8:30-12:30 everyday and he started the week off really struggling because it was sooo hot! The day started out under the trees with a devotion and worship song. Then, they went right into learning soccer. He got to […]


Sowing and Reaping

Published on August 13, 2006

Galatians 6:7-10
“Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. And let us not […]


Feels Like a Funeral

Published on August 9, 2006

Today we received some most devastating news…one of my dearest friends found out that her husband has been committing adultery for over half of their marriage! I want to acknowledge from the outset that the Lord is good and He has graciously been preparing her, He’s surrounded her with His people. She is […]


Married Life Blog Post on Parenting

Published on August 3, 2006

Thursday’s Thoughts for Parents from www.marriedlifeblog.com
How do I know if my parenting is grace motivated? If you are like me, you sometimes wonder if the training and correction you bring your children is born out of a godly desire and carried out in a godly manner.
At a recent meeting for our pastors and wives, we […]


More Words from Justin

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Today during roomtime Justin asked me to start his Johnathan Park story on the computer. I said, “Just a minute.” Then, he said, “Mommy, your ‘just a minutes’ are long.” Ya know, he’s right…I oftentimes get distracted and forget that he’s waiting. Oops!


Know a “Teenager”?

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If you do, then send them to www.therebelution.com. It is the blog of Josh Harris’ 17 yr. old twin brothers. It is awesome…
“I am so glad Alex and Brett are using their blog to proclaim a biblical worldview for teenagers… The Rebelution is one of the few blogs I can encourage my young […]


Poem for Mom’s

Published on August 2, 2006

This is a poem written by a man in our church for the mom’s at a Family School’s Program (FSP) Time of Refreshment Tea back in 2005.
Come Now, Look to Me
Come now, look to Me, My precious daughter,
I know all that’s coming you can’t see.
Rest in faith for I have planned tomorrow,
And will lead you […]


Announcement

Published on August 1, 2006

We are proud to announce that we are now the proud owners of not TWO, but ONE HOME!! Our house in Texas sold yesterday and it is such a relief. God has been so faithful to provide for us these past 3 yrs…He has taught us many valuable lessons concerning finances and trusting […]


Dog Days of Summer

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This week in Maryland it is in the upper 90’s and 100’s!! This is not normal for Maryland, they say! We are taking advantage of staying indoors and going to the pool. Last night we met Daddy at the pool and he brought pizza for dinner. Nate enjoyed jumping off the […]