I did some figuring and searching for a rose pattern and finally made my mom a purse.
Here it is...
Sep 27, 2010
New Felted Purse
Several months ago a lady on a crochet forum posted a picture of a beautiful felted purse that she called 'Tres Roses'. She had invented this purse and shared it with us.
I did some figuring and searching for a rose pattern and finally made my mom a purse.
Here it is...
I did some figuring and searching for a rose pattern and finally made my mom a purse.
Here it is...
Sep 22, 2010
One of the Saddest 2-weeks of my life
A little over 2 years ago, I had a very memorable Mother's Day. Our friends J & K had their 3rd child in a home birth. ( I told K she was my hero, she was at church in active labor only about 2 hours before 'Puppy" was born).
We were over within an hour or so after he was born. And were able to bring them leftovers from our Sunday lunch and share and rejoice with them as a family. I thought I had blogged about it, cannot believe I forgot.
Just as Mother's Day 2008 if a joyful memory, so September 2010 is one of sorrow and tears.
September 7, our pastors son James was killed in the line of duty in Iraq. He had been in the army less than a year, he had a young wife at home, he was scheduled to come home in January 2011.
God in His Providence, chose to bring him home, and in his death, the message of the Gospel has been broadcast at least nationwide. As his wife, parents, siblings, extended family, and friends mourn his passing, we are also able to rejoice in the testimony that his death has spread.
Right now if you 'google' James McClamrock you will find newspaper articles from all over. I haven't yet read all of them , but every one I have read has been so full of God's grace as evidenced in the entire family's lives.
His funeral was this past Friday, 9/17. It was very emotional but at the same time I believe that it was very healing for those who grieve.
We (Gibson Family) did not have the privilege of knowing this young man. He left for the Army only a few months after we started attending the church and prior to that his job in security at the airport had kept him away. We have had the chance to get to know his wife a tiny bit, and I am so amazed and yes, even proud of how she is responding to the death of her husband with grief tempered by hope and peace and grace.
Shannah, Jamies wife, has the peace that surpasses ALL understanding. This is not a trite cliche. It is the evidence of Christs work in her life.
Philippians 4:4-7: "Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus."
This is the peace in the face of tremendous grief that Shannah, James parents and siblings, his friends and church family have. And as we seek His peace in this time of grief, as we cling to Him for healing, He gives us the peace that only he can give.
Here is a link to a tribute article in the local paper. It was front page and if printed on one page would take up the ENTIRE page. How often do we see that for a small town boy? But more about the reasons for the honor shown him in another post.
Final Good-bye
"Puppy"
"E"
-
"I"
Just as Mother's Day 2008 if a joyful memory, so September 2010 is one of sorrow and tears.
September 7, our pastors son James was killed in the line of duty in Iraq. He had been in the army less than a year, he had a young wife at home, he was scheduled to come home in January 2011.
God in His Providence, chose to bring him home, and in his death, the message of the Gospel has been broadcast at least nationwide. As his wife, parents, siblings, extended family, and friends mourn his passing, we are also able to rejoice in the testimony that his death has spread.
Right now if you 'google' James McClamrock you will find newspaper articles from all over. I haven't yet read all of them , but every one I have read has been so full of God's grace as evidenced in the entire family's lives.
His funeral was this past Friday, 9/17. It was very emotional but at the same time I believe that it was very healing for those who grieve.
We (Gibson Family) did not have the privilege of knowing this young man. He left for the Army only a few months after we started attending the church and prior to that his job in security at the airport had kept him away. We have had the chance to get to know his wife a tiny bit, and I am so amazed and yes, even proud of how she is responding to the death of her husband with grief tempered by hope and peace and grace.
Shannah, Jamies wife, has the peace that surpasses ALL understanding. This is not a trite cliche. It is the evidence of Christs work in her life.
Philippians 4:4-7: "Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus."
This is the peace in the face of tremendous grief that Shannah, James parents and siblings, his friends and church family have. And as we seek His peace in this time of grief, as we cling to Him for healing, He gives us the peace that only he can give.
Here is a link to a tribute article in the local paper. It was front page and if printed on one page would take up the ENTIRE page. How often do we see that for a small town boy? But more about the reasons for the honor shown him in another post.
Final Good-bye
Impromptu Nature Lesson
Two Weeks ago on a Saturday the kids were around the corner at a friends and David & I grabbed the 'Brown Bag Special' at Sonic and headed to the salon to get my hair cut.
As Shannon was doing my hair, David joined the conversation and we were telling her about this wonderful new, (to me) shampoo. JR Liggette's Old-Fashioned Bar Shampoo
Shannon told us that her husdand was getting ready to go on a month0long hike in the Appalachian Mountains. So, David offered to run home, (we are no more than 1/2 mile away) and bring her a bar for them to try.
As he slowed to turn in our drivewat he noticed a dead critter in the road. So, naturally, he went to investigate. He found a beautiful hawk with no visible damage. Being the good homeschool Dad that he is, he quickly got a shovel and removed the bird from the road.
When we got back home from my fabulous hair cut, I called the neighbor where the kids were playing to ask J, (the dad) is his boys (7 & 11) would like to come over and investigate the hawk. The 7 year-old did not but D the 11 year-old was full of enthusiasm.
We measured, photographed and then called the Raptor Center to see if they had a use for a dead bird.
They did so all 5 of us, (6 if you count the hawk in the trunk), piled in the car and drove out to deliver the dead hawk.
We arrived in time to see the staff preparing dinner for the birds and were able to ask a lot of questions about their work and of course take photos.
Here are just a few of the photos from that day.
As Shannon was doing my hair, David joined the conversation and we were telling her about this wonderful new, (to me) shampoo. JR Liggette's Old-Fashioned Bar Shampoo
Shannon told us that her husdand was getting ready to go on a month0long hike in the Appalachian Mountains. So, David offered to run home, (we are no more than 1/2 mile away) and bring her a bar for them to try.
As he slowed to turn in our drivewat he noticed a dead critter in the road. So, naturally, he went to investigate. He found a beautiful hawk with no visible damage. Being the good homeschool Dad that he is, he quickly got a shovel and removed the bird from the road.
When we got back home from my fabulous hair cut, I called the neighbor where the kids were playing to ask J, (the dad) is his boys (7 & 11) would like to come over and investigate the hawk. The 7 year-old did not but D the 11 year-old was full of enthusiasm.
We measured, photographed and then called the Raptor Center to see if they had a use for a dead bird.
They did so all 5 of us, (6 if you count the hawk in the trunk), piled in the car and drove out to deliver the dead hawk.
We arrived in time to see the staff preparing dinner for the birds and were able to ask a lot of questions about their work and of course take photos.
Here are just a few of the photos from that day.
Dinner prep for the raptors.
Sep 16, 2010
Prayer and Thankfulness
Before you go any further today, please read the blog post that I have linked for you.
I hate to admit it, but sometimes I have been "bugged" by things that are prayed for and things that people thank God for.
But after reading the post above, my perception changed. I contacted Beth and received permission to link to her post. I must remember to send her the link to mine.
The point I want to make is that we are told "... In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you." 1 Thessalonians 5
So with this new perspective I am trying to give thanks in literally everything. What does this look like? Well, first it has helped my attitude when I hear my child thanking God for the chance to watch a movie. I must remember that it is the thankful attitude that is most important.
So Thank You God for:
a computer
the Internet
our library
our librarians
a warm home
running water
music
beautiful flowers
a baby's cry
a tender kiss
the love of my husband
my 2 bright, energetic, imaginative, loving, wise children
our "monster-dog" Oscar
my car
food to cook and eat
bills to pay
my migraines, I don't know the why, but I do know the Savior and that's most important
And I will continue to say, " I am doing better than I deserve."
I deserve eternal hell, but Christ has redeemed me for His own and I am no longer a slave to sin. Now I serve the King of kings.
And They'll Know We are Christians By Our Love, and our words and our deeds...
As I browse through facebook profiles of people I know, I am ashamed. Ashamed of the words that are posted. Ashamed of the things that are "liked". Ashamed of the attitudes displayed while at the same time the title of 'christian' is bandied about with no regard.
Words mean something. Our culture has denigrated the language so much that words once taboo, highly insulting, even forbidden have now become a badge of 'honor'.
Parents, if your kids are on Facebook or have a blog, please keep an eye on what they post. I think that we often post something on the www that we would not say in real life. I know I have said things online that in retrospect I would NEVER have said in the same way if I had been talking to that person face to face.
I have been on a lot of facebook pages this week as I tried to keep up-to-date on the funeral plans for a dear young man from our church who was killed last week while serving his country in Iraq. Consequently I have seen a lot of comments that were not anything I would want my children to call themselves or anyone else.
Sep 3, 2010
Happy Birthday Daniel
Today my first born is 14. It is hard to believe accept. Aas I hugged him and wished him happy birthday, I got so choked up. He has grown and changed so much from the end of school last year to now. He is becoming a fine young man.
He stands head and shoulders above me. I didn't realize how tall he really was until one day I asked him to get something out of the the top kitchen cabinet for me. He walked over and reached up, didn't even stretch, and handed me the item. At that point it hit me how tall he actually is. He is just turned 14 and pushing 6 feet tall.
The pictures are from his actual birthday. I wish I had photos in the pc from each year. Maybe I can get that done soon , for both children.
Any way, Happy Birthday, Daniel, I love you.
Aug 25, 2010
Kitchen Favorites 1
As I was preparing dinner tonight, it occurred to me that I use the same tools over and over. "Why do I do this?" I asked myself.
I answered myself, "Because these tools have stood the test of time, and done the job well. Most of them for at least 10 years."
Then I pondered..."Why not post a series about these tools? Maybe others would like this info."
So without further ado, (I like that phrase ;0) here is the first entry.
1. Pizza Stone, I have 3 of these. They start out as a light tan, rough surfaced disk. But after many, many uses they become dark and slick. Care for them as you would a cast iron skillet. I bake everything I can on them.
2. The Original Dish Drying Mat, very absorbant, washes up well. I have 2 and will probably get at least 2 more. They are a nice size, I use 1 as a doggy placemat and possibly will get 4 for informal place mats for the table.
3. Pampered Chef Bamboo Tongs perfect for pulling toast out of the toaster.
4. Pampered Chef potatoe masher. Nice and sturdy, easy to clean.
I answered myself, "Because these tools have stood the test of time, and done the job well. Most of them for at least 10 years."
Then I pondered..."Why not post a series about these tools? Maybe others would like this info."
So without further ado, (I like that phrase ;0) here is the first entry.
1. Pizza Stone, I have 3 of these. They start out as a light tan, rough surfaced disk. But after many, many uses they become dark and slick. Care for them as you would a cast iron skillet. I bake everything I can on them.
2. The Original Dish Drying Mat, very absorbant, washes up well. I have 2 and will probably get at least 2 more. They are a nice size, I use 1 as a doggy placemat and possibly will get 4 for informal place mats for the table.
3. Pampered Chef Bamboo Tongs perfect for pulling toast out of the toaster.
4. Pampered Chef potatoe masher. Nice and sturdy, easy to clean. Aug 15, 2010
Not Back to School
It is hard to believe that we resume formal lessons tomorrow. This new year has required much more of my time to plan. But, it's done (mostly) and we're ready to start. (I always tweak as we go)
Our focus this year will be a very strong Bible study and a very intense Latin program. But there will be time for fun as well.
For fun and fellowship D & S will be involved in a 'Speed Stack' club. If you have never heard of this new activity you can check it out here. www.speedstacks.com
This program helps to develop both sides of the brain as they learn increasingly difficult stack sequences and decrease their time. We have a set and D &S practice almost every day. They must have the correct technique and order in which they up-stack and then down-stack.
For Latin we will be using The Latin Road to English Grammar vol 1www.thelatinroad.com
For Bible we will be going through :
The Westminster Shorter Catechism
The Westminster Confession of Faith
The Cross Centered Life, Mahaney
Do Hard Things, Harris
Don't Waste Your Life, J. Piper
Learn one hymn per week
For US History
ABeka
Drive Thru America
Science
A History of Medicine
Apologia General Science
Math
Saxon 7/6 then 8/7
Writing
Reading
Spelling
Daniel will go through a book called 'Created to Work' as well as start his A+ training to build computers.
Sarah's book will be 'Beautiful Girlhood' and she will be using an art program.
I would also like to start working on ASL.
I will be teaching an 'Intro to Crochet' and "Intro to Basket Weaving' for our homeschooling group.
So that's it in a nutshell. If you think of us, pray that we will be diligent, disciplined, and most of all Christ-like in our attitudes, work and interaction with others.
Our focus this year will be a very strong Bible study and a very intense Latin program. But there will be time for fun as well.
For fun and fellowship D & S will be involved in a 'Speed Stack' club. If you have never heard of this new activity you can check it out here. www.speedstacks.com
This program helps to develop both sides of the brain as they learn increasingly difficult stack sequences and decrease their time. We have a set and D &S practice almost every day. They must have the correct technique and order in which they up-stack and then down-stack.
For Latin we will be using The Latin Road to English Grammar vol 1www.thelatinroad.com
For Bible we will be going through :
The Westminster Shorter Catechism
The Westminster Confession of Faith
The Cross Centered Life, Mahaney
Do Hard Things, Harris
Don't Waste Your Life, J. Piper
Learn one hymn per week
For US History
ABeka
Drive Thru America
Science
A History of Medicine
Apologia General Science
Math
Saxon 7/6 then 8/7
Writing
Reading
Spelling
Daniel will go through a book called 'Created to Work' as well as start his A+ training to build computers.
Sarah's book will be 'Beautiful Girlhood' and she will be using an art program.
I would also like to start working on ASL.
I will be teaching an 'Intro to Crochet' and "Intro to Basket Weaving' for our homeschooling group.
So that's it in a nutshell. If you think of us, pray that we will be diligent, disciplined, and most of all Christ-like in our attitudes, work and interaction with others.
Aug 14, 2010
Interesting things for the Well-Equipped Kitchen
While cruisin' the www today, looking for a sectioned lunch container that was referenced on a PBS show I found this:
A Shark Skin Grater
http://korin.com/Shop/Kitchen-Utensils
I'm sure I'll find more intriguing items as I look through this website.
Enjoy
A Shark Skin Grater
http://korin.com/Shop/Kitchen-Utensils
I'm sure I'll find more intriguing items as I look through this website.
Enjoy
Aug 8, 2010
To the person who is plagiarizing my blog posts
Dear Owner of http://sewing-machine-cabinets.bompus.com/2010/07/these-past-few-weeks/
Please stop putting my posts on your website. I put a lot of thought and prayer into my posts and I don't mind people reading them. I do mind you or anyone else just copying my stuff for your own personal gain, whatever your motive.
Thank you in advance for honoring my request.
Owner,
Beginningsofwisdom
Please stop putting my posts on your website. I put a lot of thought and prayer into my posts and I don't mind people reading them. I do mind you or anyone else just copying my stuff for your own personal gain, whatever your motive.
Thank you in advance for honoring my request.
Owner,
Beginningsofwisdom
Courageous
Courageous
The people who brought us "Flywheel", Facing the Giants", and "Fireproof" are hard at work on a new film.
Here is the synopsis from the website
Four men, one calling: To serve and protect.
As law enforcement officers, Adam Mitchell, Nathan Hayes, and their partners are confident and focused. They willingly stand up to the worst the world can offer. Yet at the end of the day, they face a challenge that none of them are truly prepared to tackle: fatherhood.
While they consistently give their best on the job, good enough seems to be all they can muster as dads. But they're quickly discovering that their standard is missing the mark.
They know that God desires to turn the hearts of fathers to their children, but their children are beginning to drift further and further away from them. Will they be able to find a way to serve and protect those that are most dear to them?
When tragedy hits home, these men are left wrestling with their hopes, their fears, their faith, and their fathering. Can a newfound urgency help these dads draw closer to God ... and to their children?
Courageous is the fourth release of Sherwood Pictures, the moviemaking ministry of Sherwood Church in Albany, Georgia. Their first release since FIREPROOF, the No. 1 independent film of 2008, Courageous joins Facing the Giants and Flywheel in touching and impacting lives through heartfelt stories of faith and hope.
Moviegoers will again find themselves crying, laughing, and cheering—sometimes simultaneously—as they are inspired by everyday heroes who long to be the kinds of dads that make a lifelong impact on their children.
Protecting the streets is second nature to these law enforcement officers. Raising their children? That will take courage.
Courageous ... honor begins at home. Filming
© 2010 Provident Films, a unit of SONY MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT. All Rights Reserved. Site By MMP
The people who brought us "Flywheel", Facing the Giants", and "Fireproof" are hard at work on a new film.
Here is the synopsis from the website
Four men, one calling: To serve and protect.
As law enforcement officers, Adam Mitchell, Nathan Hayes, and their partners are confident and focused. They willingly stand up to the worst the world can offer. Yet at the end of the day, they face a challenge that none of them are truly prepared to tackle: fatherhood.
While they consistently give their best on the job, good enough seems to be all they can muster as dads. But they're quickly discovering that their standard is missing the mark.
They know that God desires to turn the hearts of fathers to their children, but their children are beginning to drift further and further away from them. Will they be able to find a way to serve and protect those that are most dear to them?
When tragedy hits home, these men are left wrestling with their hopes, their fears, their faith, and their fathering. Can a newfound urgency help these dads draw closer to God ... and to their children?
Courageous is the fourth release of Sherwood Pictures, the moviemaking ministry of Sherwood Church in Albany, Georgia. Their first release since FIREPROOF, the No. 1 independent film of 2008, Courageous joins Facing the Giants and Flywheel in touching and impacting lives through heartfelt stories of faith and hope.
Moviegoers will again find themselves crying, laughing, and cheering—sometimes simultaneously—as they are inspired by everyday heroes who long to be the kinds of dads that make a lifelong impact on their children.
Protecting the streets is second nature to these law enforcement officers. Raising their children? That will take courage.
Courageous ... honor begins at home. Filming
© 2010 Provident Films, a unit of SONY MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT. All Rights Reserved. Site By MMP
Aug 6, 2010
Health
I had my mammogram several days ago. The technician said that all the images she took were good. As far as I was concerned it was just a routine exam.
Today I got a call telling me that I needed to come back in for a repeat mammogram and the radiologist will be there to go over the results with me. The lady who called said is is normal for about 10% to need additional images and it's nothing to worry about.
Maybe so, but I have that feeling of fear in the pit of my stomach that is telling me that something is wrong. I know that I'm the type to always expect the worse and in the process become frozen with fear.
I am making every effort to focus on trusting my heavenly Father. During times like this, I turn to the hymns that have stood the tests of time. and with the authors of the hymns choose to say...
Have Thine Own Way Lord,
Trust and Obey,
My Father is Omnipotent
Just a closer walk with Thee
Through many Dangers, toil and snares I have already come...
Some of these are just phrases, snippets that come to mind, long buried in my mind for such a time as this.
And on the Holy Scripture...
He who has begun a good work in you (me) will see it to the end...
Nothing can snatch me out of my Father's hand
Yea tho I walk through the valley...I will fear NO evil for THOU art with me...
HE is in control. He knows the future and will see that I have everything that I NEED
I can rest in peace because He holds my hand.
Today I got a call telling me that I needed to come back in for a repeat mammogram and the radiologist will be there to go over the results with me. The lady who called said is is normal for about 10% to need additional images and it's nothing to worry about.
Maybe so, but I have that feeling of fear in the pit of my stomach that is telling me that something is wrong. I know that I'm the type to always expect the worse and in the process become frozen with fear.
I am making every effort to focus on trusting my heavenly Father. During times like this, I turn to the hymns that have stood the tests of time. and with the authors of the hymns choose to say...
Have Thine Own Way Lord,
Trust and Obey,
My Father is Omnipotent
Just a closer walk with Thee
Through many Dangers, toil and snares I have already come...
Some of these are just phrases, snippets that come to mind, long buried in my mind for such a time as this.
And on the Holy Scripture...
He who has begun a good work in you (me) will see it to the end...
Nothing can snatch me out of my Father's hand
Yea tho I walk through the valley...I will fear NO evil for THOU art with me...
HE is in control. He knows the future and will see that I have everything that I NEED
I can rest in peace because He holds my hand.
Aug 5, 2010
Summer already gone?
Wow! It is August already and we return to formal schooling in just a few more days. August 16th to be exact.
I am almost completely ready. I think I have 95% of the planning done, and now am ready to start xeroxing things like tests, hymns, and anything else we will need.
Last year we used a pre-planned curriculum and I really enjoyed it. It was a break for me since everything was planned out for me. This year I am back to planning everything myself. And as always I'm tweaking it a bit as I go. Maybe by the time S graduates I will have my planning style perfected! Maybe I can sell it!
Anyway our big focus will be:
We're also searching for guidance regarding David's job situation and finding a church to call home.
We're blessed by the modern convenience know as Skype and are able to stay in touch with some dear friends who are far away. (And it has video feed so we can see each other!)
I am almost completely ready. I think I have 95% of the planning done, and now am ready to start xeroxing things like tests, hymns, and anything else we will need.
Last year we used a pre-planned curriculum and I really enjoyed it. It was a break for me since everything was planned out for me. This year I am back to planning everything myself. And as always I'm tweaking it a bit as I go. Maybe by the time S graduates I will have my planning style perfected! Maybe I can sell it!
Anyway our big focus will be:
- Learning the Westminster Shorter Catechism
- The Westminster Confession of Faith, understanding doctrine
- 1 hymn per week, more than just learning to sing it we will be looking at the hymns for sound Biblical doctrine. (this also forces me to practice the piano more)
- Science we're using Apologia General Science. (We used one of their zoology books last year and really enjoyed it and learned a lot)
- Latin Road to English Grammar
- Beautiful Girlhood and Created to Work, these books are perfect for kids from age 11 or so. I may use them as read-alouds with both children followed by discussion. Or I may use them in a one-on-one setting.
- Daniel will be studying for his A+ computer certification.
- Sarah will be doing an intensive art program
- We will continue to use Saxon Math
- ABeka US History
- We had hoped to do ASL, but so far have not found a video program.
- Both kiddos will be participating in a Speed Stackers Club
- AND I will be hopefully teaching some craft classes for our homeschool group
- We will also be reading aloud and discussing these books:
- Do Hard Things by Harris
- Don't Waste Your Life by Piper
- The Cross Centered Life by Mahaney
We're also searching for guidance regarding David's job situation and finding a church to call home.
We're blessed by the modern convenience know as Skype and are able to stay in touch with some dear friends who are far away. (And it has video feed so we can see each other!)
Daniel age 12 1/2 (he will be 14 in a few weeks)
Sarah age 11, she is now 12.
I know these pictures are a bit out of date, but I really like them. These are the ones in my wallet at this time.
Jul 28, 2010
Praying For Those In Full-Time Ministry
My husband has been blessed with the privilege of carpooling with a fellow believer. This has been the source of much encouragement and growth over the past several years as they commute.
We have always felt a burden to pray for those in ministry, and this past week as Bret and David were talking, Bret shared an excerpt about praying for pastors from a devotional book he has been reading. This Sunday, when we found out that our pastor was sick yet pushed himself to bring the sermon and install new elders and deacons, and hear the report from our team that went to Appalachia to serve for a week, we were further convicted of the need to pray very specifically for him and for those we know specifically who are serving Him overseas.
Sunday evening we shared the devotional with our congregation and spent much time in prayer.
Here is a brief outline of what I shared...
Romans 15:30-32 (English Standard Version)
30I appeal to you, brothers, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to strive together, (sunagonidzomai) with me in your prayers to God on my behalf, 31 that I may be delivered (ruomai) from the unbelievers in Judea, and that my service (diakonia) for Jerusalem may be acceptable to the saints, 32 so that by God’s will (thelema) I may come to you with joy (chara) and be refreshed (sunanapauma) in your company
Paul has sent a request to fellow believers to pray for him in several areas.
1. That we will strive together ( sunagonidzomai) in fighting spiritual battles
2. That you would be snatched (ruomai) out of traps and snares set by people who have wrong motives
3. That your service (diakonia) will be well-received, and that your meaning will be well understood
4. That you will have joy (chara) and keep joy in your ministry
5. That you will be in the center of G*d's will (thelema) and stay sensitive to Spirit so that no costly mistakes will be made.
6. That you will be refreshed (sunanapaumai)
By the way, the book is found here...Sparkling Gems from the Greek
We have always felt a burden to pray for those in ministry, and this past week as Bret and David were talking, Bret shared an excerpt about praying for pastors from a devotional book he has been reading. This Sunday, when we found out that our pastor was sick yet pushed himself to bring the sermon and install new elders and deacons, and hear the report from our team that went to Appalachia to serve for a week, we were further convicted of the need to pray very specifically for him and for those we know specifically who are serving Him overseas.
Sunday evening we shared the devotional with our congregation and spent much time in prayer.
Here is a brief outline of what I shared...
Romans 15:30-32 (English Standard Version)
30I appeal to you, brothers, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to strive together, (sunagonidzomai) with me in your prayers to God on my behalf, 31 that I may be delivered (ruomai) from the unbelievers in Judea, and that my service (diakonia) for Jerusalem may be acceptable to the saints, 32 so that by God’s will (thelema) I may come to you with joy (chara) and be refreshed (sunanapauma) in your company
Paul has sent a request to fellow believers to pray for him in several areas.
1. That we will strive together ( sunagonidzomai) in fighting spiritual battles
2. That you would be snatched (ruomai) out of traps and snares set by people who have wrong motives
3. That your service (diakonia) will be well-received, and that your meaning will be well understood
4. That you will have joy (chara) and keep joy in your ministry
5. That you will be in the center of G*d's will (thelema) and stay sensitive to Spirit so that no costly mistakes will be made.
6. That you will be refreshed (sunanapaumai)
Even tho we are miles apart
You and yours are ALWAYS on our hearts
(corny, but true)
By the way, the book is found here...Sparkling Gems from the Greek
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