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I was reminded by a brother in Christ (Matthew Schnarr from Mission Year in Atlanta)that growth doesn't only take place above the surface. Here is a quote from Matt's newletter. "I get discouraged when I feel like I am not growing. ...growth doesn't always occur above ground; growth isn't always seen right away. The experiences and hardships that come this year allow my roots to grow deep." As

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"There's a dude on the corner thats out there smoking weed,that need to hear the TRUTH because the TRUTH will set him free. There's a baby in the building that don't got no food, cause her mama on the block trying to get it from them dudes. Aint nothing wrong with you going over seas, but there is people on your same street that need to be free, if you want to do a mission you aint gotta look far

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I answer you I care for you I listen to you I love you I am kind when I am within my right to be rude WHY because Christ hears the cry of His children. because Christ cares for me. Because Christ listens when I call. Because Christ first Loved me! because Christ was spit on, mistreated and abused, and ultimately CRUCIFIED and had done no wrong! I can be ONLY because of Christ who dwells

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"I am doing real ministry for the Lord. Look at the sacrifices I have made. Oh, and don't forget my kids. I mean they are in the cold, the heat, and anything in between all for the sake of the gospel. I have given up my plans for the holy sanctuary with new carpet and perfect seating for metal fold up chairs, poop on my shoes every other week, no covering and random communications that don't

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Glory to God in the highest! And on earth peace among those with whom God is pleased!Luke 2:14

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Today is the first offical day of Phil in full time ministry! It was a strange thing going to bed last night knowing my husband is not getting up at the crack of dawn and driving 30 - 45 mins. (with traffic) away and not returning until after dusk. The Lord has done marvelous things thus far and I am looking forward all He has in store. Please keep us in your prayers as we seek to follow the

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So today was a blessed day. Phil and I have been married for 12 years. I can say with the utmost confidence..."there were days, weeks, and months that caused me to believe we would not make thus far". However by God's grace foreknowledge and purpose for our lives we are standing together strong, with great joy, and completely in love! I just want to add this little note. We went to a

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Chi Alpha of UCA (Matt Carpenter, Jennifer Barnett, Jennifer Schiefer, Tony Williams and the rest of the leadership staff) for helping organize and gather people to help demolish the trailer on Saturday November 21, 2009. I want to say thanks for sharing the load with us! May the Lord richly bless this partnership for His Glory and Name Sake! Trailer Pictures to follow...An awesome testimony

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Just wanted to share pictures of my first little cheer squad! If you are wondering why they are wearing pants and not cheer skirts the answer is... I did not want my daughters showing off their butt cheeks! I personally feel that is unneccessary. I cheered in college and the skirt was short but my butt cheeks did not hang out as a matter common place. That really makes me sick. Like what is

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1. How do you and your husband work together? 2. What is your conflict resolution method?3. What does submission look like in your home?4. What are things that you as the wife do and what are the things that you as the husband do?5. Who leads family bible study? Do you have family bible study?6. If you are going on a long trip who drives and why?Here are my answers...1. I am the social network

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THIS IS THE BIG WEEK BEFORE THE THANKSGIVING OUTREACH! We need volunteers to....1) Send money to purchase 100 food boxes2) People to help shop on November 17, 2009 @ 10:00am3) People to assemble food boxes on November 19, 2009 @ 10:00amLet us know how you would like to get involved!Thanks

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About a year ago a family (let's call them the Wild's) moved into the trailer park. Mr. Wild and Mrs. Wild's would come out to the church gatherings we would have. It was really nice to have met them. It was funny because Mr. Wild did not have long pants and it was very cool at this time. So he would listen to the Sunday gathering from his trailer with the window lifted. Phil and Mr. Wild would

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We all know that not everything is an idol. Many things if taken out of proper prospective became idols before we even realize them. I am riding this horse from my husband's blog post. He listed areas of potential idols. I will list mine....WHAT ARE YOURS! 1. Husband2. Children3. Serving the Poor4. Righteousness5. My Shortcomings6. My Successes7. My gifts8. My love of helping others9. Being a

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October 27, 2009Dear Partner in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, The City of Hope Outreach is a non- profit ministry of Conway, Arkansas. We are an urban mission’s church that seeks to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through teaching and service to the community at large. Our ministry with your help is planning to provide Thanksgiving Boxes to 100 low income families in the Oakwood Mobile Home

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Billy Graham's Prayer For Our Nation THIS MAN SURE HAS A GOOD VIEW OF WHAT'S HAPPENING TO OUR COUNTRY! 'Heavenly Father, we come before you today to ask your forgiveness and to seek your direction and guidance. We know Your Word says, 'Woe to those who call evil good,' but that is exactly what we have done. We have lost our spiritual equilibrium and reversed our values. We have exploited the

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So I have not blogged in what seems like forever. I have been busy living the life and answering the call God has for me. That being said I couldn't even imagine sitting down and putting finger to keyboard, until now. Of course at this point I think I have lots to say however, it would be a matter of finding the time and the right words to express them.I will begin a series of questions and

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As I reflect on the summer I realize we accomplished a tremendous amount of things. The kids and I learned how to work together in our home to accomplish tasks. They were wonderful at relieving me of the complete burden (oh I meant joy) of household chores and meal preparations. It was really a blessing, so much so that we spend one to two hours on house stuff (daily) and had the rest of the day

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I am reviewing my thoughts from the beginning of this year. I am using my own words to encourage myself. I pray that this imformation is timely for you as well.NOW IS THE TIME...IT'S 2009 Happy New Year to each one of you! With every passing year most of us take time for introspection and reflection. As I sat and thought about this past year, my heart was overjoyed and sorrowful. There were

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It seems like school was just out yesterday. The City of Hope is planning a school supply drive for children who will be in grades K-4 that live in the Oakwood Village trailer community and attend Marguerite Vann Elementary.This year we are hoping to supply every child in Oakwood with everything they need for their back to school backpacks. We are using the school supply list from Marguerite Vann

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Okay so I have been teaching my children to help in managing the home this summer and that has helped us to enjoy many other pleasures. Here is one of my first huge mistakes. I told my daughters to get all their underclothes together (underwear, socks, t-shirts and wash one load of clothes with those items. They needed to make sure they washed it, dried them, folded them and finally put them away

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People I have found the cure for arguing if you have more than one child. Here is the stage...We just returned from the gym. The kids were looking forward the next activity. It was water week at the gym and we did not know it so the kids did not wear swim suits thus they did not want to get wet. All that to say, they went to the gym to sit on their butts while I experienced burning pain and sweat

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I had the privilege of dancing at a women's retreat earlier this year. The theme was "From Worry to Worship". The title alone says it all. We need to rest in Christ and not let worry rule us but trust the Lord so fully that we simply worship!I danced to the song "Held" by Natalie Grant. Here are some pictures from the dance.

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Finally, I have something to say and time to write about it! This weekend we went to Covington Tennessee to visit my husbands family. We had a wonderful time together. It was wonderful to see three generations all together. I'll post pictures at the end so keep reading. Anyway as we were driving down we began to think on family activities from last year. It was at this very same time last year we

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For he says, "In a favorable time I listened to you, and in a day of salvation I have helped you." Behold,now is the favorable time; behold, now is the day of salvation.2 Corinthians 6:2Love this scripture! Allow this word to minister to your heart today. If you have time pick up to word and read in full context. Enjoy the word of the Lord this day and everyday.

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