Outside of the Box

Cross That One Off My List!

1st time ever going to opening night, I mean opening morning, of a new movie showing! I had no idea that many people would actually show up. My movie bud and I took in "The Dark Knight" which by the way was outstanding, at 12:01am this morning. It's now 3:22am.  OK, a little crazy, but hey, it was Batman! Time for bed.

Rain or Shine...God is Great!

SECOND SATURDAY & STREET DANCE ~ July 12, 2008

Some "Mighty" Men

My day began by reading 2 Samuel 23 "David's Mighty Men" and ended by seeing some mighty men of God in action.  For several months, we've been praying that God would provide some new basketball goals for the kids of Suburban Estates and this prayer is very close to being answered.  This evening a few men from WRCC and the owner of Suburban Estates spent about 2 hours setting the 4ft. deep concrete footers for the goals to stand on.  It was something that came together only by God's timing and the faithful response of some great people.  It's been a blessing to see God bring this together.  And we continue to pray that we will be able to complete the mission on Saturday as the goals go up and we celebrate what God has been doing in the neighborhood.  Oh, I just about forgot the best part.  As we finished, the guys from WRCC and the owners from the trailer park stood together on the court in prayer, as we thanked God for bringing this all together.  God is at work!

Happy 4th of July!

Put me in Coach!

Where's Waldo ~ Softball Version. Spot the kid who's ready to play some ball. Can you find them?

Salvation and Softball!

Father's Day Celebration @ NGSA 2008!

Worthington's Finest

We've enjoyed serving so much in Worthington, that Fred, Aaron, and myself have decided to join Worthington's finest as volunteer firefighters! Alright, maybe not, but we have been treated 1st class by the local fire department. Kyle, a local volunteer, has been propping the door open for us so that we can come in late to take showers, watch some tv, and just hang out. There are some great people in this town and some great cooks! We've finished up our 2nd day and it was a good one. About an hour ago we had the opportunity to attend worship services at the Assembly of God church. Pastor Davey gave a great message and the people were so encouraging and grateful for our help. One man closed in prayer and said something that stuck with me. His prayer concluded like this "God, everything I have is yours, whether it washed away or is still here, either way" The words to our last worship song said it all best..."and like a flood, His mercy reigns, unending love...amazing grace" God is awesome!

A Flood in Worthington, Indiana

We made it to Worthington, IN.  There is a team of 7 of us that will be here for a few days to help flood victims get back into their homes.  We're partnering with the Southern Baptist Disaster Teams and Hamilton County Disaster Relief.  Today, we served in the home of John and Teresa.  John is a Vietnam veteran and a good man.  Teresa is a sweet woman.  We go to know them a little today and had the opportunity to pray with them as well.  What a blessing it is to bring a little bit of hope to a family in need.  They have lived in this home for about 16 years and plan to rebuild in a few weeks.  Worthington is a town of about 3,800 and full of great people.  They've been very gracious, served us meals, and are grateful for the help.  These are our neighbors to the South.  Please keep them in your prayers as they are months away from any kind of normal life.  I also pray they see the love of Jesus Christ as we serve in this community and feel His great peace.  This is a close knit town.  Everybody knows everybody.  They are good neighbors and care for one another.  We've been more than blessed to serve them.  As far as floods go, it looks a lot like the work we've done in New Orleans.  Looks the same, smells the same, feels the same.  So our response was the same.  Go and make a difference in Jesus' Name.  God bless!

Paying to Do Good?

Just read a great article entitled "World Changers"  Thanks so much Micayla!  It speaks to the very heart of what it means to serve our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, as we seek to make a difference for the people of our community.  Quick read.  Check it out. 

The Church Has Left the Building

The Church Has Left the Building  Check it out!