Devotional from Bayless Conley on the Adversary

I thought this was a good reminder to all of us who the real adversary is. Enjoy!

Your Real AdversaryI want to point you to an important teaching about trials in today's devotional.
You need to realize who your adversary is. It is not God; it is the devil. Look at 1 Peter 5:8-9,
Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world.
Some of the trials and sufferings that we experience are the direct result of the adversary's work. Some people want to blame God for everything, but the Bible says it is the thief-- the devil-- who comes to steal, kill, and destroy. Jesus came to give us life and more abundantly. Peter makes this even clearer in verse 10,
But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you.
Our God is the God of grace. The devil is seeking to devour.Frankly, I hate the middle part of this verse, After you have suffered for a while.... Clearly, God wants us to understand that suffering is going to happen. Trials are going to happen. No matter how much you may say, "I don't receive it!", it is still there! You are going to go through difficult times. It is part of the human experience.But when you go through that time of trial, remember not to blame God. It is the devil who is your adversary!

My beautiful nieces

I just got these yesterday they are the latest pictures of my sweet nieces. They are growing up so fast and I am missing it they live too far away and it makes me sad. Morgan & Madison I love you.

Update on my nephew

The Pediatric Cardiologist said in simple terms Aaron is dehydrated (there is a technical term for it but this is what it means) therefore making his heart work harder and my sister has to make sure he drinks lots more water. She said the doctor told him when he pees it should almost be clear like water. So Praise GOD! It is that simple. Thank you to all who have been praying for him.

Student of the month assembly

Hunter, Mrs. Coronado & Joshua
Mrs.Coronado & Joshua

Today was the assembly for Student of the Month. Brian and I went and we were able to get Hannah out of class for a little bit so we were all there cheering him on. Afterwards we went to Islands for lunch to celebrate.

Student of the Month

It is with very much excitement that we tell you that Joshua received student of the month at school for Trustworthiness (yes I did say Joshua) just like his sister did last month. There will be an assembly on Wednesday where he will receive his award. We are so proud of him. We will take pictures and post them on Wednesday. Congratulations Joshua!

Flag Football

Hannah & Caleb play on the Titans
There she is with all the boys
Hannah is playing center
Look at those cute Harrells with Joshua
The coach says she is the best center he has
listening up
There she is
pep talk from the coach
Ready, Set, Hike

Today was the second game of flag football, Hannah loves being out there playing. She is on the Titans (we were hoping for Steelers or Bears) and having lots of fun. There are a few kids from her school on her team and one boy from church. When football is over she will go back to playing basketball again. (her first love in sports)

Fun at the Chill's house

What a splash Hannah
Where did Josh go?
Here she comes

Here comes Josh and there is the birthday boy in the pool part

Last Saturday we were invited to the Chill's to celebrate Andrews birthday. He had a big water slide and then lots of pizza what more could the kids ask for, it was a great day. Happy Birthday Andrew!

Aaron update

Aaron will be seeing a pediatric cardiologist next thursday, please pray for wisdom for the doctor. Thank you to all of you who are praying.

Update on Aaron

My sister talked to Aarons doctor today and the doctor said she was refering him to a pediatric cardiologist. He will check Aaron out and make the decision on whether he should wear a heart monitor for 24 hours. I am glad he is being seen by a pediatric cardiologist instead of just his GP doctor. I will let you know what happens next. Thank you to all of you who have been praying and email me to check up on him. God bless you all.

A Victory For Pittsburgh Steelers

Benny throws this to Heinz Ward for the Steelers only touchdown of the game but it turns out that was all they needed. The Steelers beat the Cleveland Browns 10-6. The Steelers are in first place in their division with a 2-0 record. Could number 6 be possible? Stay tuned.

Just helping out Dad

I couldn't find my candles for Brian's birthday cake so I used what I could find,(Brian is a little older than 5) Joshua was trying to help him blow out the candle.

Update on my nephew Aaron

My sister heard from the doctor that Aarons EKG and his blood work both came back normal PRAISE GOD! Now the doctor has requested the OK from insurance for a 24 hour heart monitor for Aaron. So until they get the OK we just wait. Thank you all for your prayers and I will let you know how things come out.

The Millages go golfing

Joshuas first ride in a golf cart
He informed me he was fabulous
Go daddy
She left something behind
Brian found his ball by the house
Keep your eye on the ball Hannah not mommy
hit the ball Josh
Lessons from dad

They are looking for their balls
A lesson in putting
The girls
The boys
He's so confused
She's so cute
Isn't he cute (Tiger Woods caddy isn't this cute)
go Hannah

Oops
Oh Joshua
watching her ball go
The course was so pretty
The day is done let's go eat dinner

Saturday we went golfing as a family and it was lots of fun. (Also very hot) After a couple of holes I was done it was too hot but Hannah hung in there with dad and golfed the whole course. I got to enjoy driving the cart, taking pictures and laugh at my family. We came across lots and lots of bunnies, a lizard, ducks, quail, a dragon fly and a 3' crane it was like a zoo on a golf course. The kids enjoyed every minute of our fun filled day. I love our family times.

Playing worship songs with dad

This is one of their favorite things to do. I love listening and watching them it blesses my heart.

Birthday dinner at Red Robin

Singing happy birthday
Brians birthday just keeps on giving.

Please Pray for my dear friend Donna

Sweet, beautiful Donna
An amazing woman of God

My Sweet friend is very sick and may very soon go home to be with our sweet Jesus. We are praying for a miracle if that would be Gods will. Please pray for her husband, children, mom , dad & niece during this very difficult time.

Prayer Request for my nephew Aaron

Please pray for my sweet nephew he has been experiencing his heart racing off and on lately and sometimes takes his breath away. My sister and brother in law are waiting for the results of his EKG and blood work to see what it showed and if he needs to see a pediatric cardiologist and the possibility of wearing a heart monitor. He is 10 years old and his name is Aaron.

Hand motions to worship songs

My son was showing me hand motions to a song his Aunt Susie taught him while she was here it was pretty funny so I videoed him. Enjoy.

Dinner at Chili's for Brians Birthday

The beautiful sky God gave us on the way to dinner
Hannah & the birthday boy
Mom & Joshua
Brian and I shared fajitas for dinner (they were yummy)
Our sweet little girl
He's just too cool
Uncle Todd called to wish Brian a Happy Birthday
I ask him to put the leftovers in the to go box
We had a very nice family dinner last night at Chili's to celebrate. Brian opened gifts and we postponed the cake until today since he already had cake at the Leadership lunch. We are thanking God for the gift of Brian to our family. We love you sweetness.