Praises
- Grace N. was born healthy and without complication.
- Praise for the Nichols’ 6th Wedding Anniversary.
- Praise for Priscilla’s brother, Nate, getting to Iraq safely. Pray that the mission is successful.
- 20 decisions for Christ was made last weekend at Middle School Live Lockout.
- Mercy, Michelle C.’s niece, dedicated her life to Christ.
- Kenny’s Wednesday night classes went really well.
- Faith’s surgery was magnificent
Prayers
- Pray for our leaders (spiritual and governmental) to turn to God and do his will.
- Ella Kathern Ray is 2 months old and has been diagnosed with Lukemia.
- John N.’s sister doesn’t want Jesus in her life although she professed her faith as a young child.
- Jay’s old Commander McHugh was killed in Iraq recently and left a wife a children behind.
- Pray for George D.’s salvation and a job.
- Pray for John M.’s salvation and a job. His company used him as a scapegoat recently.
- Pray for safe travels… Chapmans and Buckleys.
- Pray for men’s retreat to glorify God and for all the people to go to it that need to go.
- Pray for the next ladies bible study to be the one God would have us do.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Friday, May 21, 2010
Praises and Prayer Requests - 16 May
Praises
- Daniel B.’s tumor is not cancerous.
- Grant’s turning 1 on Tuesday.
- Praise for Sue B. doing as well as she can be. Continue to Pray that God comforts her for the loss of her husband.
- Zach and his mother came to church on Sunday. Keep praying for him because he is having a hard time manifesting Christ through himself especially at school. (don’t we all)
- Daniel and Sydney R., Amiee’s nephew’s, professed their faith recently. They will be baptized this summer.
- Rich M.’s first cancer treatment went really well. Pray that his white blood count goes up fast so he can get another treatment soon.
- Ansley Kate’s eyes are improving.
Prayers
- Pray for John C. to have wisdom to know what to do about a potential new job.
- Pray for Rebecca to have enough volunteers for the Mandessa concert.
- Pray for Pastor Mark’s voice to heal. Pray for him to have the wisdom he needs to get through this trial.
- Pray for Brett to have wisdom to know what to do about the coaching job and alternative financial opportunities.
- Pray for our leaders (spiritual and governmental) to turn to God and do his will.
- Pray for Daniel B. who has a brain tumor and is going to LA to have it removed. Pray that the surgery goes well and does not adversely affect his hearing…he is a musician for a living.
- Jeremy Pope, an active 33 year old, had two strokes after a triathlon. He will not be able to be active for 6 months.
- Rick and Katie, Adam and Cristi, Michelle and Steve, and Holly and Jay are traveling this week.
- Ella Kathern Ray is 2 months old and has been diagnosed with Lukemia.
- Discovery Middle School teacher, John Mitchel, died last week.
- Jonathan L.’s tumor has come back aggressively. Pray that people see his death as a blessing.
- John N.’s sister doesn’t want Jesus in her life although she professed her faith as a young child.
- Rebecca was rear-ended in her car again for the 2nd time in 2 months. Praise that the lady had insurance, that Katie Lane was not in the car, and praise that Rebecca is sore but ok. Pray that the logistics work out and the car and the insurance get handled immediately.
- Pray for David to get his life together. He is homeless, got his girlfriend pregnant and her parents won’t let him see her, jobless.
- Pray for Holly’s 2 sisters to find jobs in their fields fast. They had to move back in with their parents and the parents were enjoying their empty nest.
- Jennifer C.’s brother-in-law still looking for a job.
- Daniel B.’s tumor is not cancerous.
- Grant’s turning 1 on Tuesday.
- Praise for Sue B. doing as well as she can be. Continue to Pray that God comforts her for the loss of her husband.
- Zach and his mother came to church on Sunday. Keep praying for him because he is having a hard time manifesting Christ through himself especially at school. (don’t we all)
- Daniel and Sydney R., Amiee’s nephew’s, professed their faith recently. They will be baptized this summer.
- Rich M.’s first cancer treatment went really well. Pray that his white blood count goes up fast so he can get another treatment soon.
- Ansley Kate’s eyes are improving.
Prayers
- Pray for John C. to have wisdom to know what to do about a potential new job.
- Pray for Rebecca to have enough volunteers for the Mandessa concert.
- Pray for Pastor Mark’s voice to heal. Pray for him to have the wisdom he needs to get through this trial.
- Pray for Brett to have wisdom to know what to do about the coaching job and alternative financial opportunities.
- Pray for our leaders (spiritual and governmental) to turn to God and do his will.
- Pray for Daniel B. who has a brain tumor and is going to LA to have it removed. Pray that the surgery goes well and does not adversely affect his hearing…he is a musician for a living.
- Jeremy Pope, an active 33 year old, had two strokes after a triathlon. He will not be able to be active for 6 months.
- Rick and Katie, Adam and Cristi, Michelle and Steve, and Holly and Jay are traveling this week.
- Ella Kathern Ray is 2 months old and has been diagnosed with Lukemia.
- Discovery Middle School teacher, John Mitchel, died last week.
- Jonathan L.’s tumor has come back aggressively. Pray that people see his death as a blessing.
- John N.’s sister doesn’t want Jesus in her life although she professed her faith as a young child.
- Rebecca was rear-ended in her car again for the 2nd time in 2 months. Praise that the lady had insurance, that Katie Lane was not in the car, and praise that Rebecca is sore but ok. Pray that the logistics work out and the car and the insurance get handled immediately.
- Pray for David to get his life together. He is homeless, got his girlfriend pregnant and her parents won’t let him see her, jobless.
- Pray for Holly’s 2 sisters to find jobs in their fields fast. They had to move back in with their parents and the parents were enjoying their empty nest.
- Jennifer C.’s brother-in-law still looking for a job.
Praises and Prayer Requests - 9 May
Praises
- Leah, Michelle C’s sister, is doing well with her pregnancy.
- George D. is doing well, he went back to work. He was not supposed to go yet. Salvation is still needed.
- Praise God for Mom’s.
- Praise God for Zach being at church on Sunday. (I think it was him.)
Prayers
- Pray for John C. to have wisdom to know what to do about a potential new job.
- Mr. Boynton died last week. Pray for Sue, she is having a hard time because his salvation was unknown.
- Pray for Rebecca to have enough volunteers for the Mandessa concert.
- Pray for Susan and Kevin to have peace that passes all understanding and for God to comfort them in this difficult time.
- Pray for Zach, Amanda N.’s 13 year old cousin, he gave his life to the Lord on Easter and the devil is attacking him. He is from a broken home and did not grow up in church. Pray that Amanda and John have the wisdom to love on him with Christ’s love.
- Jill, Holly’s sister, her house is flooded in Nashville.
- Jay’s brother is having a difficult time at work.
- Pray for John C.’s sister, Heather, she went to a psychologist recently. This is a good thing…pray that it leads her in the direction of Christ.
- Pray for Pastor Mark’s voice to heal. Pray for him to have the wisdom he needs to get through this trial.
- Pray for the oil spill on the gulf coast to be stopped immediately and for protection of the area and for the workers to find new jobs if need be.
- Pray for Brett to have wisdom to know what to do about the coaching job and alternative financial opportunities.
- Pray for Ansley Kate to keep her glasses on at all times.
- Rick and Katie are traveling this week.
- Pray for our leaders (spiritual and governmental) to turn to God and do his will.
- Pray for Nichole’s, Michelle C’s sister, heart to be healed over her miscarriage.
- Pray for Patrick’s family. His mother, Jan, found his grandmother suddenly passed away on the day before mother’s day.
- Pray for the arsenal blast’s families.
- Pray for Daniel B. who has a brain tumor and is going to LA to have it removed. Pray that the surgery goes well and does not adversely affect his hearing…he is a musician for a living.
- Jeremy P., an active 33 year old, had two strokes after a triathlon. He will not be able to be active for 6 months.
- Leah, Michelle C’s sister, is doing well with her pregnancy.
- George D. is doing well, he went back to work. He was not supposed to go yet. Salvation is still needed.
- Praise God for Mom’s.
- Praise God for Zach being at church on Sunday. (I think it was him.)
Prayers
- Pray for John C. to have wisdom to know what to do about a potential new job.
- Mr. Boynton died last week. Pray for Sue, she is having a hard time because his salvation was unknown.
- Pray for Rebecca to have enough volunteers for the Mandessa concert.
- Pray for Susan and Kevin to have peace that passes all understanding and for God to comfort them in this difficult time.
- Pray for Zach, Amanda N.’s 13 year old cousin, he gave his life to the Lord on Easter and the devil is attacking him. He is from a broken home and did not grow up in church. Pray that Amanda and John have the wisdom to love on him with Christ’s love.
- Jill, Holly’s sister, her house is flooded in Nashville.
- Jay’s brother is having a difficult time at work.
- Pray for John C.’s sister, Heather, she went to a psychologist recently. This is a good thing…pray that it leads her in the direction of Christ.
- Pray for Pastor Mark’s voice to heal. Pray for him to have the wisdom he needs to get through this trial.
- Pray for the oil spill on the gulf coast to be stopped immediately and for protection of the area and for the workers to find new jobs if need be.
- Pray for Brett to have wisdom to know what to do about the coaching job and alternative financial opportunities.
- Pray for Ansley Kate to keep her glasses on at all times.
- Rick and Katie are traveling this week.
- Pray for our leaders (spiritual and governmental) to turn to God and do his will.
- Pray for Nichole’s, Michelle C’s sister, heart to be healed over her miscarriage.
- Pray for Patrick’s family. His mother, Jan, found his grandmother suddenly passed away on the day before mother’s day.
- Pray for the arsenal blast’s families.
- Pray for Daniel B. who has a brain tumor and is going to LA to have it removed. Pray that the surgery goes well and does not adversely affect his hearing…he is a musician for a living.
- Jeremy P., an active 33 year old, had two strokes after a triathlon. He will not be able to be active for 6 months.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Praises and Prayer Requests - 2 May
*Praises*
Sue Boynton’s coworkers raised 1300$ for her and her
husband. Continue to pray for her husband’s salvation and cancer.
Dustin’s audit went so well that his store is the best one in the state right now.
*Prayers*
Pray for John C. to have wisdom to know what to do about a potential new job.
Dustin’s brother is in the hospital with head trauma. Salvation is needed as well as healing.
Pray for Rebecca to have enough volunteers for the Mandessa concert.
Pray for Susan and Kevin to have peace that passes all understanding and for God to comfort them in this difficult time.
Pray for Stephiane’s family. Baby Mills passed away. Rebecca and Roddy are the parents.
Pray for Zach, Amanda N. 13-year-old cousin, he gave his life to the Lord on Easter and the devil is attacking him. He is from a broken home and did not grow up in church. Pray that Amanda and John have
the wisdom to love on him with Christ’s love.
Holly’s girlfriend, Jill, is an only child and her mother recently passed away. She does not really have a relationship with her father.
Jill, Holly’s sister, her house is flooded in Nashville.
Jay’s brother is having a difficult time at work.
Pray for John C. sister, Heather, she went to a psychologist recently. This is a good thing…pray that it leads her in the
direction of Christ.
Pray for John C.’s new job process. He is asking for wisdom on what to do. Should he take the new job…he wants the Lord’s will to be done.
Pray for David D. to get settled into his new job in Iraq. Pray for protection for the duration of his stay. Pray that Dustin and Karen glorify the Lord with their child in Iraq.
Pray for Pastor Mark’s voice to heal. Pray for him to have the wisdom he needs to get through this trial.
Pray for the oil spill on the gulf coast to be stopped immediately and for protection of the area and for the workers to find new jobs if need be.
Pray for Brett C.…he is stressed about the uncertainty of the coaching job.
Pray for Caleb’s rash to go away.
Sue Boynton’s coworkers raised 1300$ for her and her
husband. Continue to pray for her husband’s salvation and cancer.
Dustin’s audit went so well that his store is the best one in the state right now.
*Prayers*
Pray for John C. to have wisdom to know what to do about a potential new job.
Dustin’s brother is in the hospital with head trauma. Salvation is needed as well as healing.
Pray for Rebecca to have enough volunteers for the Mandessa concert.
Pray for Susan and Kevin to have peace that passes all understanding and for God to comfort them in this difficult time.
Pray for Stephiane’s family. Baby Mills passed away. Rebecca and Roddy are the parents.
Pray for Zach, Amanda N. 13-year-old cousin, he gave his life to the Lord on Easter and the devil is attacking him. He is from a broken home and did not grow up in church. Pray that Amanda and John have
the wisdom to love on him with Christ’s love.
Holly’s girlfriend, Jill, is an only child and her mother recently passed away. She does not really have a relationship with her father.
Jill, Holly’s sister, her house is flooded in Nashville.
Jay’s brother is having a difficult time at work.
Pray for John C. sister, Heather, she went to a psychologist recently. This is a good thing…pray that it leads her in the
direction of Christ.
Pray for John C.’s new job process. He is asking for wisdom on what to do. Should he take the new job…he wants the Lord’s will to be done.
Pray for David D. to get settled into his new job in Iraq. Pray for protection for the duration of his stay. Pray that Dustin and Karen glorify the Lord with their child in Iraq.
Pray for Pastor Mark’s voice to heal. Pray for him to have the wisdom he needs to get through this trial.
Pray for the oil spill on the gulf coast to be stopped immediately and for protection of the area and for the workers to find new jobs if need be.
Pray for Brett C.…he is stressed about the uncertainty of the coaching job.
Pray for Caleb’s rash to go away.
Thursday, April 29, 2010
National Day of Prayer
As some of you may or may not know, since 1952 Congress set forth a National Day of Prayer, asking all Americans "to turn to God in prayer and meditation at churches, in groups, and as individuals". This day unites Americans in a common goal, prayer and petition before the Lord Almighty. Recently, there has been a lot to pray about, so I believe the observance of this day is as important as ever.
This observance has come under a lot of scrutiny over the years. Most recently the Freedom from Religion Foundation (FFRF) sued a number of officials, including President Bush, saying the observance "allows the government to have unrestrained authority to demean members of any religious group without legal consequence. The federal government could declare the 'National Day of Anti-Semitism' or even declare Christianity the official religion of the United States, but no one would have standing to sue because no one would have to 'pass by' those declarations." In 2009, the Obama Administration asked the U.S. District Court to dismiss the case, because FFRF had no legal standing to sue and that the tradition of the National Day of Prayer even preceded the signing of the bill in 1952 by Harry S. Truman. FFRF then proceeded to add President Obama and Press Secretary Gibbs to their law suit.
On April 15, 2010, U.S. District Judge Barbara Crabb ruled the statute for a National Day of Prayer was unconstitutional stating "prayer is so personal and can have such a powerful effect on a community that the government may not use its authority to try to influence an individual's decision whether and when to pray". An appeal to this ruling was filed by the U.S. Department of Justice on April 22, 2010.
Brothers and Sisters, this day must be observed by every American who sees a need for revival in our great country! We need Christian leaders at the local, state, and federal level to start standing up for what they believe in, and put bi-partisan politics to bed. This isn't about Republican and Democrat, conservative or liberal. This is about the state of our country and the souls of the people in it!
This year's National Day of Prayer is Thursday May 6th. What I am recommending is getting the class together at some point during that day to lift our hearts and prayers to the Lord in a group observance. I know this day is a weekday, and a lot of people are busy, so we need to pick a time that works for everyone. I would suggest some time in the evening we all meet at the Sunday School house, and we spend some time in prayer and worship. I will bring this up in Sunday School this week to see what you all think.
It is time to make prayer a priority in a very lost nation! This begins with a spark, which will become a raging fire with constant tending and vigilance! Let us be "Joyful in Hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer". - Romans 12:12
This observance has come under a lot of scrutiny over the years. Most recently the Freedom from Religion Foundation (FFRF) sued a number of officials, including President Bush, saying the observance "allows the government to have unrestrained authority to demean members of any religious group without legal consequence. The federal government could declare the 'National Day of Anti-Semitism' or even declare Christianity the official religion of the United States, but no one would have standing to sue because no one would have to 'pass by' those declarations." In 2009, the Obama Administration asked the U.S. District Court to dismiss the case, because FFRF had no legal standing to sue and that the tradition of the National Day of Prayer even preceded the signing of the bill in 1952 by Harry S. Truman. FFRF then proceeded to add President Obama and Press Secretary Gibbs to their law suit.
On April 15, 2010, U.S. District Judge Barbara Crabb ruled the statute for a National Day of Prayer was unconstitutional stating "prayer is so personal and can have such a powerful effect on a community that the government may not use its authority to try to influence an individual's decision whether and when to pray". An appeal to this ruling was filed by the U.S. Department of Justice on April 22, 2010.
Brothers and Sisters, this day must be observed by every American who sees a need for revival in our great country! We need Christian leaders at the local, state, and federal level to start standing up for what they believe in, and put bi-partisan politics to bed. This isn't about Republican and Democrat, conservative or liberal. This is about the state of our country and the souls of the people in it!
This year's National Day of Prayer is Thursday May 6th. What I am recommending is getting the class together at some point during that day to lift our hearts and prayers to the Lord in a group observance. I know this day is a weekday, and a lot of people are busy, so we need to pick a time that works for everyone. I would suggest some time in the evening we all meet at the Sunday School house, and we spend some time in prayer and worship. I will bring this up in Sunday School this week to see what you all think.
It is time to make prayer a priority in a very lost nation! This begins with a spark, which will become a raging fire with constant tending and vigilance! Let us be "Joyful in Hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer". - Romans 12:12
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Praises and Prayer Requests - 25 April
Praises
Praise God for all the pregnant families in our class:
Kenny and Summer
Matt and Tammi
John and Amanda
Patrick and Courtney
Kevin and Susan
Rebecca starts her job at Huntsville Hospital in May
Mills had a good week and is up to 2.7 lbs. Continue to pray for his growth and of course Rebekah and Roddy
Susan is expecting! Please pray for them as the baby is under weight. They are going for an ultra sound this Thursday. Keep them all in you prayers.
Stephanie and her group will be counseling the Middle School who were affected by the recent school shooting in Madison. Please pray for them to have God's wisdom as they reach out to the students and their families.
Prayer Requests
Pastor Mark and his vocal cords. Pray for God's healing and that he would grow closer to Lord as a result of this trial.
Rebecca's friend, Rich Mckinney, has stage 3 cancer. He is in his early 30's and has two little girls.
Pray for all the families in Miss. who lost loved ones and suffered material losses from the storms yesterday. Ask God how you can help.
Lee knows of a man who was killed in the explosion at sea this week. He was the father of 1 child with his wife expecting also. Pray for all the families of this tragedy.
Kenny- Please continue to pray for his student and her husband who attempted suicide recently.
Pray for the entire Malone family in the death of their 8 year old son and the car accident that happened on the way to the hospital. May God demonstrate His love and grace to this family.
Laura C.- suffering from an unexplained pain this week in her side. No, it was not John !
John and Laura traveling to Disney this week with two toddlers. Yes, they may be crazy.
David D. going to Iraq to work at the Embassy.
Jay and Holly- Emma Grace having surgery tomorrow morning.
Praise God for all the pregnant families in our class:
Kenny and Summer
Matt and Tammi
John and Amanda
Patrick and Courtney
Kevin and Susan
Rebecca starts her job at Huntsville Hospital in May
Mills had a good week and is up to 2.7 lbs. Continue to pray for his growth and of course Rebekah and Roddy
Susan is expecting! Please pray for them as the baby is under weight. They are going for an ultra sound this Thursday. Keep them all in you prayers.
Stephanie and her group will be counseling the Middle School who were affected by the recent school shooting in Madison. Please pray for them to have God's wisdom as they reach out to the students and their families.
Prayer Requests
Pastor Mark and his vocal cords. Pray for God's healing and that he would grow closer to Lord as a result of this trial.
Rebecca's friend, Rich Mckinney, has stage 3 cancer. He is in his early 30's and has two little girls.
Pray for all the families in Miss. who lost loved ones and suffered material losses from the storms yesterday. Ask God how you can help.
Lee knows of a man who was killed in the explosion at sea this week. He was the father of 1 child with his wife expecting also. Pray for all the families of this tragedy.
Kenny- Please continue to pray for his student and her husband who attempted suicide recently.
Pray for the entire Malone family in the death of their 8 year old son and the car accident that happened on the way to the hospital. May God demonstrate His love and grace to this family.
Laura C.- suffering from an unexplained pain this week in her side. No, it was not John !
John and Laura traveling to Disney this week with two toddlers. Yes, they may be crazy.
David D. going to Iraq to work at the Embassy.
Jay and Holly- Emma Grace having surgery tomorrow morning.
Monday, April 19, 2010
Praises and Prayer Requests - 19 April
Praises
- Eric’s document was approved in 2 minutes.
- Amiee’s health is fine. Thank you for your prayers.
- Serving the City went well, praise God.
- Dustin’s business has doubled, but needs to hire two new employees. Pray that he finds 2 wonderful people. Pray that he passes his audit tomorrow.
- Emma Grace is doing better. Hearing is fine. Pray that she stays healthy enough to not need anymore antibiotics.
- Brett passed his certification test. Pray that God shows him what to do with it.
Prayers
- Pray for Jonathan to have wisdom to know what to do about a potential new job.
- Pray for Lee and Courtney to have traveling mercies and that the Methvin kids obey mom on the first time without whining.
- Pray for Jim Boynton to have salvation and to be healed of his bone cancer. Pray for Sue Boynton to have peace that transcends all understanding.
- Pray for Jonathan Littlel to glorify God with his new cancer. He had cancer a few years ago and was healed, but it is back. He has had 2 new brain tumors removed and has to do radiation and chemo.
- Pray that Matt Moony’s company can hire fantastic new employees quickly so he does not have to wear so many hats and work such long hours. Their Aaron has a high fever.
- Eric’s document was approved in 2 minutes.
- Amiee’s health is fine. Thank you for your prayers.
- Serving the City went well, praise God.
- Dustin’s business has doubled, but needs to hire two new employees. Pray that he finds 2 wonderful people. Pray that he passes his audit tomorrow.
- Emma Grace is doing better. Hearing is fine. Pray that she stays healthy enough to not need anymore antibiotics.
- Brett passed his certification test. Pray that God shows him what to do with it.
Prayers
- Pray for Jonathan to have wisdom to know what to do about a potential new job.
- Pray for Lee and Courtney to have traveling mercies and that the Methvin kids obey mom on the first time without whining.
- Pray for Jim Boynton to have salvation and to be healed of his bone cancer. Pray for Sue Boynton to have peace that transcends all understanding.
- Pray for Jonathan Littlel to glorify God with his new cancer. He had cancer a few years ago and was healed, but it is back. He has had 2 new brain tumors removed and has to do radiation and chemo.
- Pray that Matt Moony’s company can hire fantastic new employees quickly so he does not have to wear so many hats and work such long hours. Their Aaron has a high fever.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Praises & Prayer Requests: 28 March 2010
PRAISES:
Adam & Kristi C. are closing on their house this Friday! Pray that their old house will sell quickly.
Aimee & Lee M. received the deductible back on his car.
Caden is home!
Sydney is here!
PRAYER REQUESTS:
Michelle C.'s sister & husband are considering moving from Florida to Madison. This is also the first week of a healthy household for Michelle.
Amanda C. is sick again; Ansley Kate is still recovering; Brett C. has a lot of soccer games in the next 2 weeks (one of his kids is Muslim and is having problems with is family along with having a cancerous lump on his back)
Kevin P.'s aunt Janie W. is in the hospital in Decatur after an ulcer started leaking
Aimee M. is having a CT scan done to have a view of her lungs
Laura Beth B.'s father and stepmother are getting divorced after 15 years of marriage. Pray for Laura Beth's children who don't understand, and that God's will would be done.
Rebecca B. could possible have a new job opportunity.
Kristi C.'s brother totaled his truck, but thankfully he is OK
Adam & Kristi C. are closing on their house this Friday! Pray that their old house will sell quickly.
Aimee & Lee M. received the deductible back on his car.
Caden is home!
Sydney is here!
PRAYER REQUESTS:
Michelle C.'s sister & husband are considering moving from Florida to Madison. This is also the first week of a healthy household for Michelle.
Amanda C. is sick again; Ansley Kate is still recovering; Brett C. has a lot of soccer games in the next 2 weeks (one of his kids is Muslim and is having problems with is family along with having a cancerous lump on his back)
Kevin P.'s aunt Janie W. is in the hospital in Decatur after an ulcer started leaking
Aimee M. is having a CT scan done to have a view of her lungs
Laura Beth B.'s father and stepmother are getting divorced after 15 years of marriage. Pray for Laura Beth's children who don't understand, and that God's will would be done.
Rebecca B. could possible have a new job opportunity.
Kristi C.'s brother totaled his truck, but thankfully he is OK
Sydney Marie is Here!
Class,
The Lord has blessed our Sunday School Family with another bundle of joy. Baby Sydney Marie was born to Steve and Jennifer Case this past Friday afternoon. Praise God for this incredible gift. God is so good!
-Posted by PB
The Lord has blessed our Sunday School Family with another bundle of joy. Baby Sydney Marie was born to Steve and Jennifer Case this past Friday afternoon. Praise God for this incredible gift. God is so good!
-Posted by PB
A Call to Witness
For those of you that attended Willowbrook this weekend, a challenge was issue by our Pastor. We were asked to invite our unchurched friends to church this weekend to celebrate Easter. It has been presented to us that more people go to church on Easter than any other Christian holiday (I'll have to check the sources on that one...). So, if you know anyone who might need a refresher course in Christianity or there's a person you've been asking the Holy Spirit to inspire and make "ripe for harvest" (John 4:35), this might be a good time to do it.In that same light, I invite you to listen to Pastor Lon Solomon's most recent sermon. A little background about Lon, he is the Pastor at McLean Bible Church in Washington, DC. Lon grew up Jewish and has since become one of the leaders in the Jews for Jesus movement. He has recently been working his way through a series called People Jesus Met. It's a pretty interesting study about the people Jesus interacted with in the New Testament during his 3.5 year ministry. I encourage you to listen the his most recent installment about the Samaritan Woman at the Well (John 4:1-42). Go to McLean Bible Church's Sermon Page and select Part 34 of this series. In his sermon he outlines how to witness to people just like Jesus did. This message really spoke to me, and I hope it speaks to you as well.
Have a blessed week, and we will see you on Sunday.
-Posted by PB
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Caden is Home!
I wanted to post this on the Blog, because I know how difficult this had to be for the Hortons! Praise God for little Caden!
CADEN IS HOME!
The MRI came back normal. Thanks for your prayers. We appreciate all the e-mails and food so far. Ya'll are amazing.
-Email from Emily H.
Friday, March 19, 2010
The Staff in Your Hand - A Devotional
Moses answered, "What if they do not believe me or listen to me and say, 'The LORD did not appear to you'?" Then the LORD said to him, "What is that in your hand?" "A staff," he replied. (Exodus 4:1-2)
Devotional
Sometimes we agonize in prayer over a particular situation and we ask God to give us wisdom as to what to do. We may wonder what is taking him so long to answer. Our problem may be that we are looking for the answer to come our way when the answer is already at hand. For Moses, the answer was actually in his hand. Moses had the answer he was asking God for, but he had to first learn that he could use his staff in a new way. God may be speaking to you about a new path, or, he may be prompting you to do the ordinary in a more extraordinary way. Stop and think about the abilities, possessions, relationships or experiences that you already use. As you spend time in prayer, ask God to show you how you can reorganize those into new patterns to pursue the new paths or ways he has in mind for you.
-Posted by PB
Devotional
Sometimes we agonize in prayer over a particular situation and we ask God to give us wisdom as to what to do. We may wonder what is taking him so long to answer. Our problem may be that we are looking for the answer to come our way when the answer is already at hand. For Moses, the answer was actually in his hand. Moses had the answer he was asking God for, but he had to first learn that he could use his staff in a new way. God may be speaking to you about a new path, or, he may be prompting you to do the ordinary in a more extraordinary way. Stop and think about the abilities, possessions, relationships or experiences that you already use. As you spend time in prayer, ask God to show you how you can reorganize those into new patterns to pursue the new paths or ways he has in mind for you.
-Posted by PB
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Welcome, Caden Horton!
It's late, so you probably will not get this until Thursday, but baby Caden arrived tonight (Wednesday) at 10 pm!! He weighes 7 pounds, 6 ounces. Mom and baby are doing great. Emily was still in the labor and delivery room when I talked with her, so she did not know her room number on the Mother/Baby floor yet. She is at Huntsville Hospital. She and Jamey welcome any visitors and you can start coming by Thursday afternoon. If I find out a room number tomorrow, I will email it out. If not, you can just go the Mother/Baby floor and ask for her room number. I believe that is the 5th floor. I should know after delivering two babies there myself, but I can't remember if that is correct!! Let us all praise God for a healthy baby and new addition to the Horton family! God is so Good!!! :)
-Email message from Amanda C.
-Email message from Amanda C.
Friday, March 12, 2010
The Drake-Hamilton Open
For this month's social event, we've planned a night of bowling at Plamor Lanes in Huntsville (see link on the sidebar for directions) on March 20 at 6 PM. I spoke with the manager there and she was able to get a pretty good deal. The cost will be $10 per person, which includes 2 games and shoes. I estimated 40 people (if we have more, that's cool), which will get us 8 lanes. I read a review online that said Plamor is "smoke free" since 2008, so we won't have to worry about that. Also, they have standard bowling fair (pizza, nachos, soda, etc.) if you want to grab a bite, too.
So bring your family and some friends, and we'll have a great time of fellowship and bowling.
-Posted by PB
So bring your family and some friends, and we'll have a great time of fellowship and bowling.
-Posted by PB
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Devotional
As the deer pants for the streams of water, so my soul pants for you, O God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God? (Psalm 42:1-2)
Whether in the best of times or in the worst of times, God calls us to pray, as he said, "Pray at all times (see Eph 6:18)". However, in real life we find ourselves praying more fervently, more specifically, in the worst of times. In Psalm 42, we can see that it was during this kind of worst time that David found himself seeking God for the troubles of the present. Have you ever wondered why a deer pants for water? The deer pants because it has been running from danger. Fears and worries, temptations and trials, these are often dangers that keep us on the run. So, run towards God. Stop all activity. Talk with him and read his Word. Prayer is simply talking with God and sharing all of your worries, concerns, and joys with Him. Drink in all you can of his faithfulness, his love, and goodness, his promise of sovereignty over every detail of your life. Be refreshed in his presence.
-Posted by PB
As the deer pants for the streams of water, so my soul pants for you, O God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God? (Psalm 42:1-2)
Whether in the best of times or in the worst of times, God calls us to pray, as he said, "Pray at all times (see Eph 6:18)". However, in real life we find ourselves praying more fervently, more specifically, in the worst of times. In Psalm 42, we can see that it was during this kind of worst time that David found himself seeking God for the troubles of the present. Have you ever wondered why a deer pants for water? The deer pants because it has been running from danger. Fears and worries, temptations and trials, these are often dangers that keep us on the run. So, run towards God. Stop all activity. Talk with him and read his Word. Prayer is simply talking with God and sharing all of your worries, concerns, and joys with Him. Drink in all you can of his faithfulness, his love, and goodness, his promise of sovereignty over every detail of your life. Be refreshed in his presence.
-Posted by PB
Monday, March 8, 2010
Praises & Prayer Requests: 7 Mar 2010
PRAISES:
Katie Lane bounced back from RSV!
PRAYER REQUESTS:
John C.--Jonathan L. has had cancer since childhood and doctors have found a tumor in his brain. He is having a biopsy done on Friday. John's sister Heather was arrested this weekend for a DUI.
Holly M.--Uncle has filed for divorce from Aunt Holly and he's kicking her out. Aunt Holly will need a lot of help adjusting to being on her own.
The WBC Madison satellite campus starts services April 4th.
Steve C. is traveling to Canada this week. Jennifer C.'s brother-in-law Collin has been looking for a job for 1.5 years, and he and his wife Gretchen are struggling financially and would like to have a family.
Holly & Trey R. will be traveling a lot in the next 2 weeks.
Courtney B. is traveling this week.
Patrick B. has been praying about our schools, guns, and the parents.
Adam & Kristi C. have been turned down by 2 banks for a loan due to Adam's accident. They are expecting to hear from another bank on Monday.
Brett C.--Ansley Kate has a fever, rash, and a busted ear drum. They are going to see an ENT specialist. Brett's principal gave him a hard time for taking personal time with is family last week.
Billy B. is traveling this week
Stephanie A.--both sisters are pregnant, Jennifer (30 weeks) has a fibroid near her uterus and she's hoping to make it to 38 weeks. Stephanie is also looking into different childcare for Parker in the summer while she is at work.
Katie Lane bounced back from RSV!
PRAYER REQUESTS:
John C.--Jonathan L. has had cancer since childhood and doctors have found a tumor in his brain. He is having a biopsy done on Friday. John's sister Heather was arrested this weekend for a DUI.
Holly M.--Uncle has filed for divorce from Aunt Holly and he's kicking her out. Aunt Holly will need a lot of help adjusting to being on her own.
The WBC Madison satellite campus starts services April 4th.
Steve C. is traveling to Canada this week. Jennifer C.'s brother-in-law Collin has been looking for a job for 1.5 years, and he and his wife Gretchen are struggling financially and would like to have a family.
Holly & Trey R. will be traveling a lot in the next 2 weeks.
Courtney B. is traveling this week.
Patrick B. has been praying about our schools, guns, and the parents.
Adam & Kristi C. have been turned down by 2 banks for a loan due to Adam's accident. They are expecting to hear from another bank on Monday.
Brett C.--Ansley Kate has a fever, rash, and a busted ear drum. They are going to see an ENT specialist. Brett's principal gave him a hard time for taking personal time with is family last week.
Billy B. is traveling this week
Stephanie A.--both sisters are pregnant, Jennifer (30 weeks) has a fibroid near her uterus and she's hoping to make it to 38 weeks. Stephanie is also looking into different childcare for Parker in the summer while she is at work.
Monday, March 1, 2010
Invading Big Ed's
I would like to thank everyone who came out to Big Ed's on Sunday. It was a great time of fellowship, and it was a great opportunity for the newer couples to interact with some of the old timers.
A thanks also goes out to Kevin for following the leading of the Spirit, by getting us all better acquainted. There will be many more opportunities for all of us to get together and grow closer as a group of believers.
God Bless!
-Posted by PB
A thanks also goes out to Kevin for following the leading of the Spirit, by getting us all better acquainted. There will be many more opportunities for all of us to get together and grow closer as a group of believers.
God Bless!
-Posted by PB
Praises & Prayer Requests: 28 Feb 2010
PRAISES:
Patrick B's Mom, who had bladder cancer, had surgery recently and she is now cancer free! She will have follow ups to make sure the cancer doesn't return.
Holly M--Jay's parents are in Hawaii but luckily there was no tsunami, only just some little waves.
Patrick B for creating this website!
PRAYER REQUESTS:
Patrick B's cousin Ted (28-29 years old) has melanoma in his lymph node and he has no insurance. Patrick's dad Mike is also going through a lot of personal issues.
Michelle C--sister Leah is pregnant with her 2nd child, sister Nicole is pregnant with her 4th child, and sister Lauren (21-years-old) and her husband just adopted a 13-year-old, Bailey.
Holly M's Aunt and Uncle in Kentucky who have been married for 30 years are not doing well. They are each seek counseling separately. Emma Grace has an appointment with an asthma and allergies specialist because she has been having problems with her asthma, ear tubes, and adnoids.
Adam & Kristi C accepted an offer on a house, but Adam's car wreck from last year may prevent them from getting the loan.
Summer M--the preschool ministry is really needing some volunteers.
Aimee M pulled her back out this week.
John C's sister Heather and dealing with family issues.
Eric & Priscilla C have decided on an architect for their house, and ask for prayer on selling their house. Priscilla is traveling next week to Tennessee.
Jennifer's friend Lauren's mom Pat is still fighting a cancer that the doctors originally only gave her until January. Steve, who is also recovering from eye surgery, is traveling this week and Jennifer is 35 weeks pregnant.
Dustin D--Robert M is still looking for a job and needs prayer for his spirituality. Dustin's Aunt Norma had a light stroke this week. Dustin's sister's daughter Chelsea is addicted to meth and was caught in a high speed chase this week; pray that she will be put in jail where she can get the help she needs.
Jon We is in jolly ol' England while Cristin is in Tennessee this week with family.
Billy & Rebecca B's daughter Katie Lane is sick.
Patrick B's Mom, who had bladder cancer, had surgery recently and she is now cancer free! She will have follow ups to make sure the cancer doesn't return.
Holly M--Jay's parents are in Hawaii but luckily there was no tsunami, only just some little waves.
Patrick B for creating this website!
PRAYER REQUESTS:
Patrick B's cousin Ted (28-29 years old) has melanoma in his lymph node and he has no insurance. Patrick's dad Mike is also going through a lot of personal issues.
Michelle C--sister Leah is pregnant with her 2nd child, sister Nicole is pregnant with her 4th child, and sister Lauren (21-years-old) and her husband just adopted a 13-year-old, Bailey.
Holly M's Aunt and Uncle in Kentucky who have been married for 30 years are not doing well. They are each seek counseling separately. Emma Grace has an appointment with an asthma and allergies specialist because she has been having problems with her asthma, ear tubes, and adnoids.
Adam & Kristi C accepted an offer on a house, but Adam's car wreck from last year may prevent them from getting the loan.
Summer M--the preschool ministry is really needing some volunteers.
Aimee M pulled her back out this week.
John C's sister Heather and dealing with family issues.
Eric & Priscilla C have decided on an architect for their house, and ask for prayer on selling their house. Priscilla is traveling next week to Tennessee.
Jennifer's friend Lauren's mom Pat is still fighting a cancer that the doctors originally only gave her until January. Steve, who is also recovering from eye surgery, is traveling this week and Jennifer is 35 weeks pregnant.
Dustin D--Robert M is still looking for a job and needs prayer for his spirituality. Dustin's Aunt Norma had a light stroke this week. Dustin's sister's daughter Chelsea is addicted to meth and was caught in a high speed chase this week; pray that she will be put in jail where she can get the help she needs.
Jon We is in jolly ol' England while Cristin is in Tennessee this week with family.
Billy & Rebecca B's daughter Katie Lane is sick.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Follow You
Recently, I came across a song by Leeland featuring Brandon Heath. If you don't know anything about these artists, I suggest checking out their websites.
The song is titled Follow You and has some lyrics that challenge us all. I really felt like this song was speaking to me, and I think it might appeal to some others as well. The lyrics are below...
You live among the least of these
The weary and the weak
And it would be a tragedy
For me to turn away
All my needs You have supplied
When I was dead You gave me life
So how could I not give it away so freely?
And I´ll...
Follow You into the homes of the broken
Follow You into the world
Meet the needs for the poor and the needy God
Follow You into the world
Use my hands use my feet
To make Your kingdom come
To the corners of the earth
Until Your work is done
Faith without works is dead
On the cross Your blood was shed
So how could we not give it away so freely?
Follow You into the homes of the broken
Follow You into the world ooooh
Meet the needs for the poor and the needy God
Follow You into the world yeaah
(repeat)
And I give all myself, I give all myself
I give all myself to YOU
(repeat)
Yeaaaaah
Follow You into the homes of the broken
Follow You into the world (Follow YOU)
Meet the needs for the poor and the needy God
Follow You into the world
Follow You into the homes of the broken
Follow You into the world
Meet the needs for the poor and the needy God
-Posted by PB
The song is titled Follow You and has some lyrics that challenge us all. I really felt like this song was speaking to me, and I think it might appeal to some others as well. The lyrics are below...
You live among the least of these
The weary and the weak
And it would be a tragedy
For me to turn away
All my needs You have supplied
When I was dead You gave me life
So how could I not give it away so freely?
And I´ll...
Follow You into the homes of the broken
Follow You into the world
Meet the needs for the poor and the needy God
Follow You into the world
Use my hands use my feet
To make Your kingdom come
To the corners of the earth
Until Your work is done
Faith without works is dead
On the cross Your blood was shed
So how could we not give it away so freely?
Follow You into the homes of the broken
Follow You into the world ooooh
Meet the needs for the poor and the needy God
Follow You into the world yeaah
(repeat)
And I give all myself, I give all myself
I give all myself to YOU
(repeat)
Yeaaaaah
Follow You into the homes of the broken
Follow You into the world (Follow YOU)
Meet the needs for the poor and the needy God
Follow You into the world
Follow You into the homes of the broken
Follow You into the world
Meet the needs for the poor and the needy God
-Posted by PB
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
New and Improved Website
Since Google Pages decided to change their format and make things very complected, I've decided to go to blog format. I will post the comings and goings of the Drake-Hamilton Sunday School Class, including upcoming/ongoing events, birthdays, anniversaries, and everything in between. If any of the members of the class wish to share their insights, praises, pray requests, and anything else they'd like to share, please let me know, and I will get you access to this page.
God Bless you and your families.
-Posted by PB
God Bless you and your families.
-Posted by PB
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