Mine Ebenezer

Ramblings

2012-02-13T14:09:00.000-06:00

Things have certainly been busy around here (Especially with the Dougherty/Stewart wedding :) What a blessing to be apart of and to see! Will be posting a pic on my craft blog, as soon as I get a few from Ang :). Busy is the norm, and thankfully. I spent my days growing up being bored and in my own little world. It's nice to be so busy you'd love to take a break, lol.

There is a saying I heard a few years after being saved that I really like, "My worst day with Christ is better than my best day without Christ". Sometimes when I'm going though trials and tribulations I don't always feel this way, but when I look back at where I was and what he bought, and brought me from I can say this statement with truth.

About 8 or 9 years ago my husband was given a tape of Missionary Sonny Dix preaching. It was called "All I have left is praise!". What an amazing sermon! What else do I have to offer a Righteous and Thrice Holy God when my righteousness is as filthy rags?

We just had Bro. Maynard come preach with us this past Sunday. He preached on the home. It was tremendous and truthful. I evening service went especially well, he preached somethings I needed to hear. It's always interesting how a preacher can be focusing in one area and God hits you in another.

The middle of March we'll be having the Alexander's with us again for our Missions Revival. I like that, missions revival instead of conference. Our hearts need to be revived to do the work the Lord has called us to.

Elaine

Piano Lessons

2012-01-20T18:45:00.000-06:00

When we were in Lousiana our daughter had a great piano teacher (for FREE :). However, we knew we wouldn't be there forever so I hunted around for something that would help her along. She wasn't making a career of piano playing :) so we just wanted something that would enhance her playing at church.

I came across Greg Howlett . We both loved his stuff. He did mention in his CD's about piano players getting big heads (my words) and not having one, lol. We bought the Theory for Church Pianist. It is very challenging!

He even offers online classes here.

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Mine Ebenezer

2011-11-30T15:44:00.001-06:00

Of course the title of this post is also my blog title. I was thinking about the purpose of this site. I was reminded of when the Bro. Clark's Girls Home came and sang at our church. One song they sang had these words "..here I raise my hands to Jesus.." it was to the tune "Come Thou Fount".

I had always loved that song but it was the first time I realized that I am a stone of rememberance, my life, my testamony! Some time ago I had realized that raising of hands(I Timothy 2:8) is to testify of His Holiness, not my own. My uplifted hand testifying of the work God has done in my own life and saying He is worthy to be praised!

Come Thou Fount

Come, Thou Fount of every blessing, Tune my heart to sing Thy grace;

Streams of mercy, never ceasing, Call for songs of loudest praise.

Treach me some melodious sonnet, Sung by flaming tongues above;

Here I raise mine Ebenezer; Hither by Thy help I'm come;

And I hope, by Thy good pleasure, Safely to arrive at home.

Jesus sought me when a stranger, Wandering from the fold of God;

He, to rescue me from danger, Interposed His precious blood.

O to grace how great a debtor Daily I'm constreained to be!

Let Thy goodness, like a fetter, Bind my wandering heart to Thee:

Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it, Prone to leave the God I love;

Here's my heart, O take and seal it; Seal it for Thy courts above.

I praise the Lord for what he's done in my life. Were he's bought me from. Yes, bought, purchused from a life enslaved to sin. There's another song I am reminded of that talks of a Master who bought me and set me free so I chose to willingly serve Him. In kind the Lord does not call us servant but friend!! (John 15:15 - "Henceforth I call you not servants; for the servant knoweth not what his lord doeth: but I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard of my Father I have made known unto you.") God is good!

I'm get off a little bit, but it so easy for one thing to lead into another when I think of my relationship to the Lord.

Isaiah 26:3&4

2011-10-12T14:29:00.000-05:00

"Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. Trust ye in the LORD for ever: for in the LORD JEHOVAH is everlasting strength:"

2011-07-13T09:31:00.001-05:00

I think my youngest is having trouble...

Little River Home Coming

2011-06-25T17:30:00.001-05:00

I am so thankful for the preaching that God blesses us with here @ Little River. Such tremendous preaching it is hard to convey it all here. Our preacher truly has the touch of God on him. The preachers that come through are excellent men of God as well. We had Bro. Ted Alexander and Bro. Matt McPhilllips from Port Huron, MI just last night. They were traveling the route to the upcoming Baptist History Revival Tour. It was encouraging. About serving God because he loves us and has done so much for us. Our service should show love back, a selfless love. Also we should have a pure love for the brethren. "Seeing ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love one another with a pure heart fervently:" I Peter 1:22. Not a false love!, but pure! There was just so much to both messages!

We will be having our Home Coming this Sunday. Our preacher's preacher Bro. Perry and Ronnie Smith (Missionary to Ireland) will be preaching the services. It's always good and we are looking forward to it.

I have been learning to weave and came across a little video with a women making a brightly colored rainbow throw blanket. My first thought was EEW! But as I looked at it more the colors were just amazing. It got me to thinking about the rainbow in Genesis. "And God spake unto Noah, and to his sons with him, saying, And I, behold, I establish my covenant with you, and with your seed after you: And with every living creature that is with you of the fowl, of the cattle, and of every beast of the earth with you; from all that go out of the ark, to every beast of the earth. And I will establish my covenant with you; neither shall all flesh be cut off any more by the waters of a flood; neither shall there any more be a flood to destroy the earth. And God said, This is the token of the covenant which I make between me and you and every living creature that is with you, for perpetual generations: I do set my bow in the cloud, and it shall be for a token of a covenant between me and the earth. And it shall come to pass, when I bring a cloud over the earth, that the bow shall be seen in the cloud: and I will remember my covenant, which is between me and you and every living creature of all flesh; and the waters shall no more become a flood to destroy all flesh. And the bow shall be in the cloud; and I will look upon it that I may remember the everlasting covenant between God and every living creature of all flesh that is upon the earth. And God said unto Noah, This is the token of the covenant, which I have established between me and all flesh that is upon the earth." Genesis 9:8-17
Wow, in typing this a thought occurred to me to which I have no answer, Why would God make this covenant? It's not like Noah or we who have come after have done God some great service. Maybe I do know the answer "But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loves us, Even when we were dead in sins.." Eph. 2:4-5a These verses are talking about salvation, but the same applies...His Great Love!

Revelation 4:3 "And he that sat was to look upon like a jasper and a sardine stone: and there was a rainbow round about the throne, in sight like unto an emerald." God's complete promise! What God promises comes to pass, He is faithful!!

I can't decide which is more exciting, the covenant because of His Great Love or the fulfilled promise.

Oh, and don't stop at vs. 3 in Rev. keep reading, "...Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, which was, and is, and is to come."!

Baptist Heritage Revival Society

2011-05-03T12:10:00.009-05:00

During the 2011 Baptist Heritage Revival Tour it was purposed to start a ministry dedicated to finding and preserving Baptist landmarks. Preachers saw a great need for our history to be preserved for the next generation.

This is were it all began. When Bro. Alexander and his family went out to this spot they thought this was just a rock. After scrapping moss off it they discovered this plaque...

You can see a trailer @ The Baptist Patriot.

There will be a website in the future. For now you can find further information @ Bro. Ted Alexander's website.

I Corinthians 15:55-57

2011-04-24T22:07:00.005-05:00

"The sting of death is sin; and the srength of sin is the law.

But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ."

2011-03-15T16:08:00.000-05:00

Thought I'd post before and after pics of the girls bedroom. It's the only one we're completely done with. Before: After:

2011-02-09T13:01:00.001-06:00

While blogging mobile I probably won't have a heading. I guess you can put one, but I don't know how to do it :-). We are getting ready to have our missions conference on the 13th. There will be a different missionary every night and during the day Bro. Ted Alexander will be doing a Baptist History Conference. http://evangelisttedalexander.web.officelive.com/default.aspx This is Bro. Alexander's website. (I don't like the way I have to do links using the phone :-( .). There is a Baptist History Tour in March headed by Bro. Alexander and Bro. Henson. Registration has ended but I believe one is intended for next year as well. God has blessed beyond all measure. Oh! The exciting part (well really it's all exciting) is that at the end of the conference Bro. Mike Thornsley will be ordained. They are leaving in March for Salida, Colorado. http://www.gospeltotherockies.com/our-family.html I noticed in the epistles, most are signed "Grace be with you" or "to you", etc. So I'll leave you with... Grace be with you all!

2011-01-22T09:20:00.001-06:00

Just signed up for blogging by phone. Wanted to see if It's working. Here are a few before pics of the house.

2011-01-21T19:42:00.001-06:00

A Lot Happening...

2010-10-22T14:02:00.003-05:00

This post is partly for my friend Angela :-).

Since my last post we have moved from Louisiana to North Carolina. God has been SO good. We have been having Revival (not just a meeting !). God's really been moving and working. We've had some great preachers. Bro. David Harrison, Bro. Joel Boarders and Br. Daniel Buchanan.

I don't think I can post all the wonderful things God has shown me. I know I had to get some bitterness out of the way I didn't even realize I had. Once that was confessed God has just blessed me with being able to see wonderful things from His Word. Last night Bro. Buchanan preached on the woman from Canaan out of Matt. 15. I know how God spoke to me in that service, but I can't find the way to express it here.

We closed on our home this past Tuesday and are looking to move in next week!! God IS Good. My preacher and his wife say the house and told my husband about it. He and the preacher went to check it out. My husband had only a short time to make an offer on it. I wasn't able to see it until after the offer was excepted. Some ladies think that is crazy, but I thought it was AWESOME. I loved the house. I really feel God gave us the house. We both prayed about it and I was content with whatever the Lord gave me. My thoughts may come across all jumbled up, but Praise the Lord for working all things out! Later I will post before and after pics.

I am also trying to get ready for Old Fashioned Sunday. My kids haven't done this in a long time so I'm excited to make them something. I'll post pics of their outfits as well.

I'll leave you with one of my favorite verses:

Colossians 2:14

"Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross;"

Article on Spanking

2010-04-13T11:51:00.002-05:00

I came across this news article on spanking. The article will get under your skin, but I was glad to see the responses it received. Take a look HERE.

Violin Finger Guide

2010-04-08T09:36:00.004-05:00

In looking for a fingering chart for the violin I came across this one.

Edited:

I wanted to add that this little gadget is only $9.95 for a full size violin. Shipping to my address was something like $1.25! Can't beat that.

I also wanted to post another picture on how the color coding works, helping you to figure out notes like High G verses Low G. Don't know if that if how you technically refer to them, but is how I refer to them :-).

Modest Clothing link...

2010-03-15T16:16:00.004-05:00

I came across this site and LOVE IT! Lots of modest skirts and long no slit SILK slips.

And GREAT PRICES!

Excellent Marriage Post

2010-02-27T12:40:00.005-06:00

I came across this site...

She has some amazing post HERE on marriage.

My husband have talked about these many things and one being that my ministry is at home with my children and him. He is such a wonderful man. I can't thank God enough for him. And we women should all feel this way toward our husbands instead of looking at all the wrong he's done, look at all the RIGHT he's done.

In saying this, yes, we should be involved with our church, but not at the expense of the ministry God has given us at home. I hear women wonder all the time what their "calling" is. It is clear in God's word that our calling is the home.

Updated:

Hear is a song that was on my heart I feel is fitting for when we start looking at our husbands when we should be looking at the Lord...

"Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus"

O soul, are you weary and troubled? No light in the darkness you see?

There's light for a look at the Saviour, And life more abundant and free!

Through death into life everlasting He passed, and we follow Him there;

Over us sin no more hath dominion For more than conqurors we are!

His Word shall not fail you He promised; Believe Him, and all will be well:

Then go to a world that is dying, His perfect salvation to tell!

Chorus:

Turn your eyes upon Jesus, Look full in His wonderful face;

And the things of earth will grow strangely dim

In the light of His glory and grace.

Grocery Store

2010-02-18T12:58:00.004-06:00

Recently I was reading a blog and came across an article bashing Safeway for it's desire to give customers freedom of choice with plastic bags.

I decided to look up Safeway since they took a stand for freedom. On their "about us" page they have a video entitled, "Steve Burd's Address on Healthcare". I haven't listened to the whole video, however in the first few minutes you see he is not for it. This makes me want to shop with them even more. Unfortunately we don't have one near us.

Steve Burd is also a born-again Christan.

Patch the Pirate Goes To The Jungle

2009-08-29T17:02:00.007-05:00

I just wanted to share a few pictures of the kids doing their play.

There are more but will have to post later.

Eva as Pixie Pirate

Taylor as Omelet Ostrich

Jessica, Eva, Mary and Grace

Homeschoolopoly

2009-08-01T11:57:00.004-05:00

I came across this really cool "opoly" game. I dislike "opoly" games,
but I was actually excited about trying this one.

Click on pictures for links.

Hebrews 11:1

2009-06-03T11:20:00.002-05:00

"Now faith is the substance of

things hoped for,

the evidence of

things not seen."

This verse has really meant alot to me the past few days. I have realized my lack of faith in a situation in our lives. I realize I need to continue to hope and trust that God will bring about His perfect will.

Long Post

2009-05-04T19:57:00.002-05:00

Today is Grace's Birthday! We went to lunch together at a country restaurant in town called "The Two Sister's Pecan House" They have the best Potatoe Soup and Brisket. Greg will be cooking her favorite for dinner... Crepe's. However these are three times the size as the French make, lol. We are also having Fruit Salad.

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We have painted the kitchen and living room. We still have some touch up work to do and the boarder in the living room, as well as hanging the curtains.

Before...

After...

The picture of the mantle is closest to the actual color. The curtain is a burnt orange and will be the border will be the same color. We have dark brown bamboo roman blinds behind it. You can't see the blue candles in the candelabra too well, but I will be replacing them with white. The kitchen is a pale yellow. Uhmm.. the paint on the wood trim is white from the previous paint (my little disclaimer, lol).

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We went on a trip to Hodges Gardens with some other homeschoolers.

It had been unattended for sometime before it was given to the state. They are still doing construction in some areas.

Pet Peeve or Biblical Truth

2009-03-27T11:49:00.001-05:00

I was looking through a quilting catalog today and came across a beautiful design. You can see it at PineNeedles.com . Here's the problem, the quilt says Faith, Hope and.... Love! The Bible says Charity! I Corinthians 13:13 "And now abideth faith, hope, charity,these three; but the greatest of these is charity."

Charity is love in action. Many people say they love the Lord, but few show charity to him. This verse is important! This goes with...

James 2:20 "But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead?"

James 2:26 "For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also."

Piano Help

2009-03-13T17:31:00.003-05:00

I came across this DVD course in looking for piano lesson books written from a Chrisitian perspective.

I listened to Greg Howlett's music and it was really good. I also liked his view on music.

He has some free lessons on his site. The total cost (as of this post) is $149.00.

Fireproof

2009-02-07T13:07:00.002-06:00

A friend loaned Greg and I the movie and it was great! I don't much agree with the standards of the church that made the movie and they don't use King James, but they did an outstanding job. I know that sound odd but it's true.

Three things that I was pleased with is...

1. They say divorce is wrong.
2. They show the husband destroy the computer over his lust sin.
3. Most important is that they have an outstanding message of salvation.

They are funny! I've seen both Facing the Giants and Flywheel. They are really good too. The thing from those two is that they really show a desire to serve God and give Him glory and honor.

It's available @ Wal-mart for $19.99

Christmas Past

2009-01-05T10:24:00.003-06:00

I know I haven't posted in a while, but the holidays have been very busy. We had Christmas even dinner with a friend and Greg's mom and niece came for a week visit. We had a Watch Night service while they were here. Bri and Taylor sang "Complete In Thee". It sounded really nice. Greg was one of the preachers for the night. His messages was "I Want That Mountain". It was convicting and humors.

Here is a pic of the kids the Sunday after Christmas.
(No, Eva doesn't have antlers, lol, it's an eagle statue.)

Long post...

2008-12-02T13:24:00.003-06:00

My friend came over for Thanksgiving Dinner and brought these flowers.
I just love them.My kids did the hands below which are suppose to be turkeys but we didn't
have enough time to be that detailed. They says "Give Thanks To The Lord".

The scarecrow is one my dad gave the girls. It was perfect for a time of harvest.

My friend also bought some table decorations. I just love the Turkey.

We had an interesting Thanksgiving in the way of disasters. First we had a problem with our water pump and it couldn't be fixed until the next day. We were able to use it a little here and there for water.

A bowl of strawberries and cream was spilt on the bottome shelf of the fridge and on the floor. We had to take everything out the self and draws to clean everything.

We also had one of my favorite dishes break in the oven.

Last I get a phone call about a dognapping. Yes, a dognapping! I was watching my neighbors dog for her while she was gone for the holidays. Her old roommate (they were on good terms the last I knew) came by and said that my neighbor had called and wanted her to take the dog. I believed her because she also has a small dog like my neighbors and she may have just thought it best. Well I called my neighbor to let her know that her friend came and got the dog. No answer. I got a call on Thanksgiving telling me the friend had stole the dog. Thankfully my neighbor was able to get the dog back.

God is good. No one was upset about any of the disasters and no one was sick, praise the Lord. I am so thankful for my friends and family. I've got the best husband in the world and the sweetest kids. I also love my friend Chana and her boys and was glad to be able to spend our Thanksgiving with them.

December 9th is Greg's last day in the military. We are still seeking the Lords will for our future. So please keep us in your prayers.

Giving of Thanks

2008-11-26T11:09:00.004-06:00

"Give thanks unto the LORD, call upon his name,
make known his deeds among the people."

I Chronicles 16:8

And the Winner Is...

2008-11-17T09:53:00.005-06:00

Deborah from Songs From My Journey

Congradulations, Deborah! I will be contacting your for your mailing information.

I enjoyed visiting all the blogs and want to thank all who participated in the giveaway.

100th + 2 Post

2008-11-07T17:39:00.004-06:00

Wow! Is this me or what (no, not over weight, Chanise :-).? I am late posting a drawing to celebrate my 100th post. So...here it is...

These items are some Cajun favorites made right here in Louisiana.

Tony Chachere's Jambalaya mix, Slap Ya' Mama (All Natural) Seasing and Tabasco Sauce (All Natural). I must add that although Slap Ya Mama sounds rude, they have a little story on the back...
"Every time she uses it, she receives a loving slap on the back and a kiss on the cheek, thanking her for another great-tasting Cajun dish."

Also a Patchwork Portfolio with pad and "Faith" pin cushion. Both sewn by me. The pin cushion is hand embroidered.

Okay, here's how it's done. Post a comment and I'll enter you in the drawing. Do a post linking back to me and I'll enter your name a second time into the drawing (don't forget to email or leave another comment letting me know you've posted a link back).

Drawing will end on Friday, November 14th. I'll post a winner on Monday the 17th.

The Future for the Christian

2008-11-05T13:07:00.005-06:00

Sharon at Keeper of the Home did an excellent post today on what our out look should be.

One of the verses she used is...

Proverbs 29:2

"When the righteous are in authority,
the people rejoice: but when the wicked
beareth rule, the people mourn."

Truely I felt mournful last night and today, but I have to look to Jesus and remember God is in control.

Romans 12:12

"Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation;
continuing instant in prayer;"

Be in prayer ye Saint's of the Lord!

2008-11-04T12:23:00.003-06:00

Vote - to Preserve Freedom!

(Snapshots of Joy)

My devotion for today.

2008-10-16T10:15:00.006-05:00

I came across these verses in my reading...

"And when he came into the house, he suffered no man to go in, save Peter,
and James, and John, and the father and the mother of the maiden. And all wept,
and bewailed her: but he said, Weep not; she is not dead, but sleepeth. And they
laughed him to scorn, knowing that she was dead. And he put them all out, and
took her by the hand, and called, saying, Maid, arise. And her spirit came
again, and she arose straightway: and he commanded to give
her meat." Luke 8:51-55

Something to ponder...

"they laughed him to scorn" - this is Christ's disciples along with the parents scorning Jesus. Scorning means contempt or utter disdain. Wow, what a thought!

"he put them all out," - Again what a thought that Jesus had to make them leave in order to do His work. His Apostles, not unbelievers.

Prayer Request

2008-10-06T15:27:00.003-05:00

We found out yesterday that Greg's Dad passed away. I believe a service for him will be on Wednesday. We decided only a couple of hours ago that we would be going to Michigan. So please pray for safe travel and for us to be a blessing to the family. I know Greg is hoping for the opportunity to do some witnessing.

In Christ,

New Links

2008-10-02T13:49:00.003-05:00

I added some new links to the side bar.

One is to Shady Grove Baptist Church in Boiser City, LA.
Bro. Blankenship (missionary to Sudan) was the pastor there. Now Bro. Sorrell (who was a missionary to Sri Lanka) now pastors the church. We went for their missions conference last week and it was great! They were such a blessing to us. We orginally heard the Sorrells at a Jubilee @ Highland BC in North Carolina.

The other is are preaching. We listen to as much preaching as we can. I thought it might be a blessing to others who have not come across their own links for preaching. Please listen with discretion. No pastor is perfect. They will tell you so themselves and to check God's Word for yourself about anything they preach.

Simple

2008-09-29T10:05:00.004-05:00

For Today...

Outside my Window...It's warm and sunny.

I am thinking... About what God has in store for our future.

From the learning rooms... The kids are trying to adjust to the new schedule.

I am thankful for... Fine family, a little church where I can sing, and for all my Christian friends. God has been so good to me. *singing as I go*

From the kitchen... I see breakfast dishes that need to be done.
I am wearing... A skirt and shirt.

I am reading... Humm. My Bible. I have been terrible about actually sitting down and reading. I skim through non fiction books. I did manage to read a biography this year called "If I Perish". It is of a Korean Christian from North Korea during the Japanese invasion. Disclaimer: don't agree with everything, but this is a life store and it's amazing how God used her. From a Historic perspective it was interesting learning that Korean for a brief time was a "Christian" nation. It talks about how the Japanese were to the Koreans and the Russian take over, and the split creating North and South Korea. Spiritually it shows her standing for God no matter what and her struggle to be a strong Christian. You see continually how she reminds herself it is only by Christ that she can withstand her captivity and torture.

I am hoping... That Greg will be out of the Army around December that we might be able to go where the Lord wants him to pastor.

I am creating... Several things. Two jumpers for the girls, quilt for Greg, shirt for me, etc. etc.

I am hearing... Eva taping her feet on the floor. Greg and Grace talking.

Around the house... I need to get things back in order after a busy weekend.
One of my favorite things... Hearing my husband sing.

A Few Plans For The Rest Of The Week... Not much. But you never know what is in store.

Here is a picture thought I am sharing with you..

Survey: Men's view on Modesty

2008-09-22T10:55:00.002-05:00

My husband and I have been troubled by the lack of modesty in churches. I have ran across a few sites where some others are concerned as well and have posted on the topic. I thought I'd leave a link to a survey by David Cloud. It is from the book "Dressing For The LORD".

I like hearing the man's view since he is the one who has temptation thrown in his face day after day. Oh, the need for women to understand how they take worship from God so they can be noticed!

Award

2008-09-18T17:35:00.005-05:00

Aliene @ Meditations and Memories surprised me with this...

I am passing the award along to...

Sharon @ Keeper of the Home
Christina @ HsKubes' Haven at Home
Stephanie @ In Mom's Eyes
Holli @ Keepers at Home
Jessica @ Jessica's Place
Starr @ The Preacher's Wife
Starr @ Cooking with the Preacher's Wife

May Be Offline

2008-09-12T10:54:00.002-05:00

Ike is due to come through tonight. Not sure how much damage we'll get. Last tracking showed that we would be just clear of the North East part of the hurricane. Our power goes out at the slightest storm so I expect another 24 hr period, at least, without power.

2008-09-11T10:25:00.004-05:00

This picture is in honor of the soldiers who have fought to defend our country from those who want to destroy us.

THANK YOU!

Big Bang Or A Big God?

2008-09-10T08:55:00.004-05:00

If you check out Google's picture today you will find out it's about a Hadron Collider.
This is the worlds way of trying to recreate billions of years ago. I am saddened by how many believe such a lie of Satan. The world is sick and needs a physician. They are searching for an answer to their existence, yet the truth is ever before them.

"In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth."
Genesis 1:1

" Blessed be the LORD God of Israel from everlasting to everlasting:
and let all the people say, Amen. Praise ye the LORD."
Psalm 106:48

Homeschooling

2008-09-04T13:28:00.003-05:00

I am a little behind getting started with schooling this year. I just ordered the kids math from Math U See. I love their program. I am pretty good at math but two of my children are struggling with it. My oldest used it last year and I was impressed with how many ways the guy gives you to look at a problem. All children learn differently and this guy has nailed it. The kids wanted to watch the demo just for fun. I'm not kidding! They loved it.

For the rest of the curriculum I will be getting Landmark Freedom Baptist Press. I love their set up. I have heard arguments against them, but I feel the benefits out weigh the down falls. They are from a good Baptist Church. I can go more in-depth with each weeks lesson for each subject or for a lighter schedule I can work on their own when needed. I don't always have my children write at the end of each week, it just depends on if they need it. With the flexibility you can get with Landmark I think it's perfect for our family. That sounds like a sales pitch, lol.

New Site

2008-09-04T12:29:00.002-05:00

I added a new link to my side bar for Keeper of the Home. I'm really enjoying her blog. If you have an hour or two, lol, check her out. There is alot of good articles on her site.

Gustav

2008-09-03T13:36:00.002-05:00

Hurricane Gustav has come and gone. We lost power for about 24hrs. It wouldn't have been too bad except my sinus' were terrible and I wound up getting sick to my stomach and it was hot and muggy in the house. Little Greg's sinus' were bothering him as well but he seemed to be doing okay.

I posted a verse on safety recently and it came in handy not being sure what category hurricane Gustav would be.

Hope all is well with everyone.

Elaine

LAUS DEO

2008-08-21T12:09:00.002-05:00

This is Latin and means "Praise Be To God". It is inscribed on the East Face of the pyramid atop the Washington Monument.

I chose this picture because of it's three elements: the monument praising God, the flag representing religious freedom (though it may be getting dim) and the sky representing our Heavenly Father.

LAUS DEO!

As With Roses

2008-08-19T18:24:00.005-05:00

A movie about Obadiah Homes by Shiloh Films.
Here is the trailer...

I have not seen the movie yet myself, but will post a review after viewing. If you have seen this film please, feel free to leave a review in comments.

(Update) Review:

We watched "As With Roses" last night. It's about an hour long. Unfortunately the movie box doesn't say so, we just had to watch it to find out. They have no end credits.

For a low budget film I thought it was done very well. They use the Upper Peninsula of Michigan for the shooting of the movie. You can see one of the "Pictured Rocks" in two of the scenes.

The film does bring up some interesting facts. At the end of the movie you find a connection to the Boston Massacre. I do feel watching the second time will be better than the first. I concentrated a lot on the wording to make sure I understood what they were saying, not wanting to miss anything. Of course the climax of the movie is the whipping of Obediah Holmes. I'd like to say more but would hate to ruin it for anyone.

The movie is definitely worth it's $20.00. This may be considered a low budget film but I'm sure it cost the makers a pretty penny. I think this movie is more valuable because it's made with the Love of Christ to show what our forefathers were willing to go through so we could have religious freedom.

Proverbs 21:31

2008-07-22T09:08:00.002-05:00

"The horse is prepared against the day of battle:
but safety is of the LORD."

This verse really spoke to me this morning. We can plan things to a "T", but we should trust the LORD for the outcome.

"As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the LORD is tried:
he is a buckler to all those that trust in him."
Psalm 18:30

We're Back!

2008-07-15T11:09:00.004-05:00

We are sooo glad to be home again. Greg's Surgery was Thursday. The doctor hit the "Dura", which is the sac the spinal fluid is in. He has had a headache ever since. Hopefully it will be gone in a day or two. The stimulator battery was put in the wrong place. It is at his belt line and was suppose to be above or below. I don't know how they messed that one up since they also agreed it was the wrong place.

The kids were great and a good testimony to the others that were also waiting for family in Outpatient Surgery. The Volunteers also were impressed with how well the kids were sitting from 8 to 4.

Eva comes to me this morning and ask for a flash light. I said "For what?" She said "We're going under the bed." Too funny!

Update

2008-07-07T23:01:00.004-05:00

Tomorrow we leave for San Antonio. Greg will be having the Stimulator put back in. Please pray for everything to go well and that it will not get infected again.

In doing devotions we came across a couple of verses we are having the kids memorize...

Psalm 12:6 & 7

The words of the LORD are pure words: as silver
tried in a furnace of earth, purified seven times.

Thou shalt keep them, O LORD, thou shalt
preserve them from this generation for ever.

Pics from our visit to San Antonio and Avery Island

2008-06-24T13:29:00.008-05:00

This is a picture of a few of the chairs they had on display at the Texas Ranger Musuem.

This is Eva in a cell doing her best pouty face for the picture.

This is a pic of the kids at Avery Island in the Jungle Gardens.

Here they are at the Tabasco plant on Avery.
They may not look it in this picture, lol, but they did have a great time.

2008-06-23T22:13:00.001-05:00

Yestarday was our...

2008-06-19T13:11:00.003-05:00

Check out...

2008-06-19T12:58:00.001-05:00

The video on Tori's blog. I love the way it ends.

Quick Post

2008-06-13T12:22:00.003-05:00

Okay, I know, all my post recently have been like quick post. We just got back from Franklin, LA. My husband was preaching for a friend who was out of town. It was a great time and we thourghly enjoyed the fellowship.

We also went to Avery Island and I'll be posting pics as soon as I get them off of Greg's phone. Can you believe I forgot my camara. Oh, well. I'll also get up the pics from our San Antonio trip. That was kind of crazy. A friend, who's husband was also in San Antonio, and I left after Patch and got their at 4:00 am. It was a lot of fun.

While I was gone I also learned that I won the drawing at Good News from a Far Country. Pam is such a sweet lady. I love her post. Thank you Pam!

"I will praise the LORD according to his righteousness: and will
sing praise to the name of the LORD most high."
Psalm 7:17

Check out...

2008-06-03T17:16:00.000-05:00

Good News from a Far Country is having a contest!

2008-05-26T08:34:00.003-05:00

Chores

2008-05-24T05:05:00.004-05:00

Yesterday I received the book I ordered from Titus2.com
I had been feeling frazzled by all the things that were not being accomplished in the house and felt we all needed help organizing all that has to be done. We try to have structure in our lives amidst all the chaos. I also purchased a 1 year access to Chorespacks.com (a part of Titus 2 for the chore pack).

Will post an update on how I like the product.

I'm Back, Again & A Sermon Every Christian Should Hear

2008-05-19T11:54:00.004-05:00

After having tons of trouble with our internet, we finally have it fixed for the last time (I hope).

Greg and I were listening to an amazing sermon today. It spoke to our hearts and hope it does to yours as well.

This is Audio only. The sermon is The Dangers of Backsliding by Robert Hoyle, Pastor of Little River Baptist Church in Spring Lake, NC just out side of Ft. Bragg.

Psalm 107:8 "Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!"

*I tried loading it throught the video option but was having trouble. Here is the link to their sermon page (it's the first one)... "The Dangers of Backsliding"

HsKubes giveaway

2008-03-26T13:43:00.004-05:00

Christina @ HsKubes' Haven is having a blog-iversary. Click on the pic...

Exercise

2008-03-26T11:38:00.003-05:00

Greg recently bought me a bike. I was riding Taylor's. At first I didn't really see the need in spend alot of money on a bike, but I absolutley love mine! It is a Raleigh Venture. When I ride it I feel like Julie Andrews in the Sound of Music. You know, when she runs and sings on the mountains. Ahhh! Okay back to reality. It's a great bike. Click on the picture below to check out the specs. (I can only find a pic for the 3.0. I have a 4.0.)

Quote by Daniel Webster

2008-03-25T21:01:00.000-05:00

The Bible

"I believe that the Bible is to be understood and received in the plain and obvious meaning of its passages; for I cannot persuade myself that a book intended for the instruction and conversion of the whole world should cover its true meaning in any such mystery and doubt that none but critics and philosophers can discover it."

Rules of Civility

2008-03-20T16:35:00.003-05:00

The children and I are going over a book called "George Washington's Rules of Civility & Decent Behaviour in Company and Conversation".

I am posting one a day on the dry erase board for the children to read. So far, so good :o).

Rule #1 - Every action done in company ought to be with some sign of respect to those that are present.

Rule #29 - When you meet with one of greater quality than youself, stop, and retire, especially if it be a door or any straight place to give way for him to pass.

Rule #81 - Be not curious to know the affairs of others; neither approach those that speak in private.

6 Million Dollar Man?

2008-03-11T10:39:00.002-05:00

Not quite. Greg is now on his 6th day with the Spinal Cord Stimulator. Cost: $28,665, according to Doctor's Guide . ANS has great technicians! They are fairly new at BAMC. Greg is still sore. Until he is fully healed he will not feel the full affect of the SCS.

Update...

2008-01-29T15:20:00.000-06:00

Just a quick note to let all know that things are well here. Satalite Internet has been down. Tech. guy coming out this week to fix it.

We had our Missions Conference this past week and Taylor took tons of pics for me to post.

Greg is on his way home from having the Spinal Cord Stimulator test as I type. He is waiting for them to call with an appointment for the permenant one. The test was to find out if this would take away at least 50% of his pain and it does! We are excited about this. Praise the Lord for his goodness to the children of men!

2007-12-31T10:21:00.000-06:00

2007-12-24T19:08:00.000-06:00

Safe Internet

2007-12-13T14:54:00.000-06:00

Safe Eyes

Bsafeonline

Buddy Browser

Clean Internet

... are internet filters that we have come across. We will be getting Safe Eyes and probably Buddy Browser for the kids computer.

This is a screen shot of what the browser looks like when a child tries to access a bad site.

This is a screen shot showing parent controls. This is password protected.

For better views of the screenshots click here.

I should add that Browser Buddy is only pre-approved sites. This also includes sites labeled for kids. Here is an excert from their list of reason (located on download page) for using their browser verses a filter...

"Parents can also add or Approve additional sites to Buddy Browser After review and approval!Kids can request via one click and email to parents to add new sites to their Buddy Browser after your approval."

Okay enough advertising.

Charity

2007-11-29T16:34:00.000-06:00

"Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not;

charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up,

Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own,

is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil;

Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth;

Beareth all things, believeth all things,

hopeth all things, endureth all things."

I Corinthians 13:4-7

Ebay

2007-11-08T12:23:00.000-06:00

I have put a few items on ebay...

Boots, Pelisse and Leather Organizer

Graphics Site

2007-10-31T11:54:00.000-05:00

I came across Snapshots of Joy by way of Cherish the Home.

#1 god we put before the God is...

2007-10-29T13:05:00.000-05:00

SELF!

We had a missionary from Rock of Ages preach Sunday morning. He made the above statement and I thought it was the best representation of the 1st Commandment I have heard.

My husband preached that night on "The Love of God".

He mentioned that "quicken" in verse one means "made alive".

In vs. 4 is two of his favorite words, "But God,..." this follows Paul reminding us of what we were and were we came from.

I thought the two messages ties in well together. Romans 13:8-10 "Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law. For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet; and if there be any other commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself." Without the love of God we only love ourselves.

I regret not taking better notes although I was drawn into the preaching and thinking about the love of God in my life and how I show it (or the lack thereof) to others. Both messages are something that has been on my heart. People need love, but we are to selfish to give it.

Peace

2007-10-20T19:31:00.000-05:00

What everyone searches for, but few find.

"And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep you hearts and minds through Christ Jesus."

Philipians 4:7

History in the Making

2007-10-19T16:15:00.000-05:00

I just found out about this ebay item last night. I think it will be great to teach in a class on Government.

Rush Limbaugh's Ebay Item

The item sold for $2,100,100.00.

Proceeds are donated to Marine Corps - Law Enforcement Foundation.

The Wordless Book

2007-10-03T07:19:00.000-05:00

My mother-in-law recently made this for my kids and a couple of girls at church. I got to thinking about how it came about so I looked it up. You know how you look something up and are disappointed because it wasn't what you thought it would be. Well, this was even better than I thought it would be!

Spurgeon was the one to create the base for the wordless book in a sermon he did with some orphans in 1866. He used Red, Black and White. Moody later added Gold in 1875. Since then more colors have been added.

Regency Pelisse...

2007-09-22T17:38:00.000-05:00

added to Practical Creations ...

Embroidered Onesies and Doll Outfit

2007-09-22T13:45:00.000-05:00

New items @ Practical Creations...

Taylor's creation...

Seek Ye First

2007-09-18T21:12:00.000-05:00

I hope this works. I've been wanting to share this with the family and friends.

My Boys

2007-09-13T23:29:00.000-05:00

Greg was given VIP tickets to a local NSU football game. They were honoring the military and played patriotic music at half time.

Day Late...

2007-09-12T09:00:00.000-05:00

Remember the victims.

Remember those who are honored to protect us from future attacks.

Seasonal Delights Magazine

2007-09-10T21:18:00.000-05:00

Free one year subscription till the end of September! This is a PDF not a hardcopy, but well worth it. Not too cluttered for online reading. It has great recipes and ideas. I'm not a fan of ebooks and such, but this is a great little magazine!

Nature Walk

2007-09-06T17:19:00.000-05:00

This is a few pictures from our nature walk @ the recreation park on Post.

Seasons At Home Magazine

2007-08-28T13:35:00.000-05:00

I have been meaning to do a post for a new magazine that is out. It is published by Marmee Dear & Co. . This link is directly to the magazine. KJB is used for verses. I asked her before I was willing to do a post.

I have really enjoyed her site and products. Her blog is Home with Marmee.

News

2007-08-23T09:48:00.000-05:00

Greg and I started class this last Monday. Well I started class, Greg was in San Antonio for a Neurology appt. that went really well. The classes are Prophecy and Hermeneutics. Our Pastor told us that the women could sit in on the Hermeneutics class because it has great study helps, but that the men would be doing the sermons. I told Pastor I was disappointed because I had some great sermons, lol. He said it probably doesn't matter since write Greg's anyways! For those who don't know, we were only joking!

Due to the results at the Neurologist, Greg may be getting out of the military in 6 months. They still have to do followups on his ankles. Scary to think of not being military anymore but exciting to know we will be one step closer to serving the Lord full time.

Some of Taylor's friends tried to record her playing the piano for the John Newton Cantata that we did, however, it didn't turn out well. The recording I mean, lol. Taylor is doing such a good job. The kids did do some recording at home. When I have more time I'll put them on here.

Little Greg and the girls are coming along in their playing as well. I'm looking forward to when they can all play something together. Greg is suppose to start violin lessons again soon and Grace really wants to learn the guitar.

That's all the updates for now :o).

Being a Chrisitan

2007-08-14T11:19:00.000-05:00

Our Pastor and one of our Missionaries has said something in preaching that I really like.

Your not a Christian because you say you are, but if others say you are.

"And when he had found him, he brought him unto Antioch. And it came to pass, that a whole year they assembled themselves with the church, and taught much people. And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch."

Acts 11:26

Kid Fun

2007-08-08T17:57:00.000-05:00

Have your children say...

Unique New York

Fast 3 times. Our kids had a great time with this.

Pass the Button Giveaway

2007-08-06T11:44:00.000-05:00

I came across an interesting blog from my friend Jessica's Place. Tamara is giving away several ebooks, a pattern, magazine subscription and more. All you have to do is post and Pass the Button!

New Item in the shop.

2007-08-03T12:40:00.000-05:00

I posted a new item to the shop... Practical Creations .

I've Been Tagged

2007-08-02T14:28:00.000-05:00

My friend Stephanie @ InMomsEyes tagged me 8 random facts about me.

Post rules before giving the facts.

Players start with 8 random facts/habits about themselves.

People who are tagged need to write their own blog about their 8 things and post these rules.

At the end of your blog you need to tag some people and list their names. Leave them a comment on their blog telling them they've been tagged and not to forget to read your blog.

8 facts about me

I love Embroidery and Sewing.
I play the Autoharp.
People eating candy in Church annoys me.
I can't stand to move from my seat during preaching, for any reason. It doesn't help that my husband likes to sit in the 2nd pew where getting up would be a distraction.
I'm known as the Chicken Lady to one of my friend's husbands. There is nothing distinct about me to help her husband know who she was talking about. So she said, "You know. The lady who bought the chicken by for us to watch." This is a long, confussing, funny story.
We have been milking a cow for about 9 months. We currently do not have a milk cow but as soon as the next one delivers we will start milking again.
My $400.00 vacuum has Military Style 100mph tape on it (duct tape!) :o).
I say "I'm Sorry" constantly, even when it's not necessary.

I tag... Jessica and Holli

Kid Picture

2007-08-02T14:15:00.000-05:00

Wanted to post a pic of Taylor feeding the kid goat that they are mothering.

This and That

2007-07-30T19:40:00.000-05:00

Taylor and I have been sewing up a storm lately. We have gotten some of our UFO's (Un-Finished Objects) completed and created new ones, lol. We will be putting a few items in our Etsy shop.

I will be teaching a sewing class for the ladies at our church on August 18th. I am excited, but nervous. I am good at being the "leader", lol. I'd rather sit back and learn although I do love helping people one on one. There were too many ladies interested to do that, so we will be doing it as a class. I will post pictures (which Taylor will be taking).

I really enjoyed this Sunday more than usual, because Greg was feeling pretty good that day. We also had some repeat new time visitors. Bro. Skriloff was excited because he has had a new faithful soldier coming out. He's saved and grounded which will be a big help to Bro.Skriloff in getting other single soldiers out. For those who don't know. Bro. Skriloff is a Missionary to the Single Soldiers, here @ Ft. Polk, LA. For the past couple or years there has been very few soldiers coming and none that have stayed.

The Fruit of the Spirit

2007-07-23T13:18:00.000-05:00

Galations 5:22

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance : against such there is no law."

You know what I like about the fruit of the Spirit? That there is no law reguarding them. God does not say "Don't be to kind or gentle." We are free to love and have peace as much as we would like. You can't love your children or neighbor to much.

God is good and it's only by the Blood of the Lamb that we can have the freedom to indulge in the fruit not being bond by sin which hate's, envey's and strife's.

Practical Creations

2007-07-20T11:03:00.000-05:00

I am starting a craft blog called Practical Creations . I have so many links and info that I wanted to keep them somewhat seperate from what's going on with the family unless they coincide. I have been working on a special project and hope to have it viewable in a couple of months, or sooner :-).

Well...

2007-07-14T08:06:00.000-05:00

we finally got our Internet working again. I hope for good this time. Here are a few of the pics I wanted to post and wasn't able to...

These are our for of July pics. The blueberry pie was not apart of it however. One of my youngest drew me a picture and told me it was because I won the pie baking contest, lol.

I will be posting BJU books for sale @ http://www.homeschoolauctions.com/cgi-bin/auction1/auction.pl . If your interested before I get to post them feel free to email me. Grades include 3rd, 6th & 7th.

I have been working on a special project and several embroidery projects and look forward to posting them soon.

Independance Day!

2007-07-04T08:56:00.000-05:00

Excerpt from Rush Limbaugh Jr. speech...

"Thomas Nelson, signer of Virginia, was at the front in command of the Virginia military forces. With British General Charles Cornwallis in Yorktown, fire from 70 heavy American guns began to destroy Yorktown piece by piece. Lord Cornwallis and his staff moved their headquarters into Nelson's palatial home. While American cannonballs were making a shambles of the town, the house of Governor Nelson remained untouched. Nelson turned in rage to the American gunners and asked, "Why do you spare my home?" They replied, "Sir, out of respect to you." Nelson cried,, "Give me the cannon!" and fired on his magnificent home himself, smashing it to bits. But Nelson's sacrifice was not quite over. He had raised $2 million for the Revolutionary cause by pledging his own estates. When the loans came due, a newer peacetime Congress refused to honor them, and Nelson's property was forfeited. He was never reimbursed. He died, impoverished, a few years later at the age of 50.

There were many great sacrifices for our countries freedom. We should not take freedom lightly. John 15:13 "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." As men have layed their life down for our freedom, Christ has layed down His life for our freedom from the bondage of sin. Oh, how great is our God who sent His only begotton Son to die that we might free!

Take a minute and read Red Skelton's Pledge of Allegiance.

Two Baskets of Figs

2007-06-29T23:30:00.000-05:00

No, I don't have two baskets of figs, lol. I was reading Jeremiah Chapter 24 in my devotions this morning.

The Lord used these baskets of figs to help Jeremiah understand why God choose to lead some of Israel captive and some stayed. Verses 5-7 says... "Thus saith the LORD, the God of Israel; Like these good figs, so will I acknowledge them that are carried away captive of Judah, whom I have sent out of this place into the land of the Chaldeans for their good. For I will set mine eyes upon them for good, and I will bring them again to this land: and I will build them, and not pull them down; and I will plant them, and not pluck them up. And I will give them an heart to know me, that I am the LORD: and they shall be my people, and I will be their God; for they shall return unto me with their whole heart."

I really don't want to elaborate on these verses and get something wrong, since I have not really studied it out. It just blessed me to see how God works.

Thrift Store Find & Blueberries

2007-06-27T12:04:00.000-05:00

I wanted to post a cute picture I found still wrapped in plastic @ a Thrift Store for $5.00...

Here are some fresh blueberries we picked this morning. Total we picked 3 gallons!

We ate blueberry pancakes for breakfast when we got home and plan to make a blueberry pie.

I'm Back

2007-06-20T13:50:00.000-05:00

I tried to be back Monday, but my computer was acting up on me until today. I missed being able to post my 13th Anniversary and my son's & niece's Birthday on the 18th. Greg was born on our 2nd anniversary. It was also Father's Day that year.

Here are the pics of the finished pillows. I must say however that they did not turn out as nice as I'd like. They were lumpy and my slipstitch looks attrosious.

There is a new item in my Etsy shop. It's 4 patchwork, pink ,"John Deer" notecards with envelopes.

Oh, and Jess, you haven't posted all week :o) !

Blog Vacation

2007-06-10T23:24:00.000-05:00

Quick note... My in-laws are here, so you wont be hearing from me for about a week. But I'll have lots of pics when I return :0).

Late Night Post

2007-06-07T22:20:00.000-05:00

I told Jessica that I would post sometime today so I have to keep my word :o).

My husband gave me an early Anniversary gift. He had to tell me about it, of course, because he had to send my Bible off. He had it rebound @ Hidden House Publishers. These pictures do not do it justice. I would never have had my Bible rebound. I would have read it till it fell apart on me. He had actually bought this bible for me a few years ago @ Gullion's Christian Supply in Statesville, North Carolina. We were at a revival meeting near there on our Anniversary. It's done in Lambs skin and it feels sooo nice! What better gift than God's Word and then the preservation of it?

Now what to get him?

More Testing

2007-06-04T21:00:00.000-05:00

The first picture is an embroidery project I did for Little Greg. The second is Eva with "Sophie", a doll (and her horse) I made for her birthday.