"Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things," so says part of 1 Corinthians 13. Can I put the word "God's" before those phrases? I think I can, since God is love. Read it like this: "God's love bears all things. God's love believes all things. God's love hopes all … Continue reading Dear Central Oaks (Part 15)
Well, friends, what a wonderful candlelight service we had this past Sunday night! I think I enjoyed that one more than any other. Maybe it was because Lynsey and I were able to sit with our girls for most of the singing and readings. I sensed a closeness to all of you and among us … Continue reading Merry Christmas!
This Thanksgiving, I'm thankful for all of you. In no particular order . . . Thank you, Susan Hersey for leading the charge in Operation Christmas Child. Thank you, Ruth Sutton for not giving up on your friends who don't know Jesus. Thank you, Diane Howard for all the behind-the-scenes things you do. Thank you, … Continue reading Thank You, Central Oaks
It has been 20 weeks since I last wrote a letter to you, Central Oaks. It’s about time, I suppose. What follows are disconnected thoughts and encouragements. Forgive my randomness. I went through late adolescence on Twitter. The grace of God for us in Christ is beyond our understanding. He has chosen us in Him … Continue reading Dear Central Oaks (Part 14)
Tomorrow we begin the last day of the month, but the Lord has this day and this month in His hand, like He has had all along. The Lord has kept Elsie Anderson through her recent infection, and we’re grateful to have her for as much time as God allows. The Lord heard our prayers … Continue reading Dear Central Oaks (Part 13)
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