Today I decided to stay "home". Even though I am living in a motor home, it is still "home" to me. My "little space" is an oasis from the busy-ness of life, and I'm thankful I have it. Yes, I will be happy when my house sales and we can get all of our "familiar things" moved to a new home, but as of "right now", I am going to enjoy a few hours of being in my "home on wheeles".
Life can get complicated and frustrating, if we allow it to affect us in this way. It's not worth the stomach ache, head ache, aching muscles, and frustrated mind! "Cast all your care upon HIM for He careth for YOU!" HE knows the "why" of your situation.
This past weekend was another time I enjoyed very much. We were invited to speak at a "Life Conference" in Section 8. On Friday night was a Sectional Rally in which my husband ministered. It was wonderful and brought strength to all in attendance. After church we got to fellowship with some of the ministers.
Pastors: Hopper, McMahon, and Strawn
Sis. Strawn and Sis. Hopper
Sis. Hendrick, and Sis. McMahon
On Saturday morning the Ladies of Section 8 came together for worship and the Word. Kaylynn Strawn is the Ladies Leader for this section and does a wonderful job in leading and speaking to the ladies. Her presentation of "Just One Woman" was so touching and made me thankful "Jesus stopped by" to talk to me one day.
Sis. Knight, presbyters wife, spoke about "The Soil of Our Heart".
In her own quiet, put-together style she brought the Word alive in our hearts and minds. Beautiful! Dayna Mcmahon lead us in worship through song. She is anointed by God to lead and does a great job on the keyboard. I wish I had just a little bit of her voice! Beautiful! I was asked to speak and it was such a privilege. With the ladies hearts wide open to hear the Word of the Lord we had a wonderful time together as the Lord ministered to our needs. He spoke directly to us and confirmed His Word, and I was thankful to know His approval was on us. After the service we were invited by Dayna and her ladies to a luncheon at a beautiful Bed and Breakfast. It was very lovely and the food delicious!
On the steps of the Bed and Breakfast: Sis. Knight, Me and Sis. McMahon
We had been invited back to Copperas Cove to minister, so we headed for another great weekend with this church. The presence of God was again manifested throughout the services and we were swept into His presence as the musicians played and the singers sang. Sunday night was another "highlight" for us. The choir got up to sing. The musicians started playing and I sat in AWE when I recognized one of the hardest songs for a choir to do, and musicians to play!!! "PSALM TWENTY-THREE" was done with such precision and power that you couldn't stay seated! It was like an electrical line from heaven to earth had been attached to me and I was pulled out of my chair in worship and praise. I know other choirs do the song, but I had only heard Life Tabernacle Sanctuary Choir sing it. I was totally impressed with the choir director and her ability to "pull the music" out of those under her leadership. The greatness of God is so awesome when you witness how He uses each individual for His glory!
I must go and take care of some things that are pressing, but I want you to have a wonderful day. No matter what you are doing today...out and about...busy as a bee...at home taking care of a million things that must be done...or just "being home"...let your heart be refreshed with His presence and let it be a reminder that "This world is not our home...we're just passing through...our treasures are layed up...somewhere beyond the blue..."
Keep travelling on...
We had a wonderful time! The Copperas Cove singers and musicians brought us into God's presence. I love hearing the Copperas Cove group sing, and was not disappointed at all. The church also served a meal of homemade soups and sandwiches, desserts, and all the trimmings. We also got to be with our friends, Donny and Teresa Hendrick. They pastor the church in Copperas Cove and are doing a great job!
Thank you Bro. Colegrove for "delivering your burden" and for following the leading of the Holy Ghost.
