STEELERS DO IT AGAIN

The Steelers had a come from behind win over the Cleveland Browns today 31-28 after being down 21-6 at the half. Can we be the first football team to win 6 Super Bowls? Yes I think we can.

GO STEELERS GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tonight the Pittsburgh Steelers played an amazing game against the Baltimore Ravens and they won 38-7. Big Ben had 5 touchdowns and tied the franchise record. Tonight was a great night to be a Steeler fan. GO STEELERS!!!!!!

Playday at the Firestation

Friday we went with the playgroup to the Firstation in Sun City Grand, it was a very nice trip. The fireman were great with the kids and the kids had a blast. Joshua was a little scared for some unknown reason but after we left he said he would like to go back again. Here are some pictures from our day.

Halleluia Party Success

Tonight we had our Halleluia Party which was a great success there were over 600 people there it turned out great. It was fun, safe, and entertaining. Here are a few pictures from tonight.

A night to pray

Well here we are again October 31st a night I used to look forward to as a kid but now as a parent a night I dread. The world has become so distorted and evil that this night only causes me stress and sadness. My children are so frustrated that all that is on TV this month are shows that they are not allowed to watch and things that make "Jesus sad" as my 4 year old would tell you. We sat and watched Charlie Brown last night and it was so cute Linus waiting for the great pumpkin what happened to the innocence. I was very grateful that our family had something we could watch during this month. I encourage all my friends and family to make sure you take time to pray tonight for safety for our children and others and for the enemy to be bound tonight. Whether we are trick or treating, staying home to hand out candy, going to Halleluia or just spending time as a family doing something else we need to make sure we are covering this night in prayer especially tonight. Sometimes we are called to stand in the gap for others and tonight would be one of those nights. So please take time tonight today to cover this day in prayer for our kids, family, soldiers and our nation. God bless you all and keep safe.

Student of the month

Today Hannah was awarded student of the month at an assembly at school, the character trait for the month was Trustworthy. Brian, Joshua and I were all able to be there . We are so proud of her. Here are a couple of pictures from today. Good job Hannah.

A day at the mall

Dad was at the Calvary Chapel Men's conference today so I took the kids to the mall. We were looking for shoes for Kelli's wedding for Hannah and after 4 days and many stores we found them at Sears, Thank you Jesus. We also had lunch at Johnny's Rockets it was very very good. Here's some pictures of the kids and Hannah's shoes.

The newest addition to our family

When I came home from retreat my children told me they had a surprise for me then Joshua said it's a surprise it's fish. So here are Goldie and Nemo.

A day at the park

Hannah is on fall break this week so today we went to McDonalds to eat then to play in the park, the kids had a great time and so did mommy. Here are some of the pictures from today.

The Pumpkin Patch

Today the playdate was at Tolmachoff Farms. We picked out pumpkins, played with animals, played with our friends and had a great time. Here are some pictures from today. When we were finished we all went to McDonalds and had lunch it was a great playdate, Thank You Monica.

Serving in ministry

I have this amazing book called "Principles of Leadership for Women" it is very direct and to the point about why do we serve, how do we serve and the results of service. I was looking through it today (I have already read the whole thing) and in the beginning it says "Our position is to be one of a servant" then it says "ministry is a privilege" I must say yes it is. The next statement is "Will I go all the way to Calvary or will I serve as long as I am comfortable" WOW! There is a statement to ponder. Remember God knows your heart so be honest with him. There is so much wonderful stuff in this book it definetly makes you check your heart and motives for serving. At the very end of the book it says "Every day you serve someone's eternity is at stake. Give out the Word. Let Jesus in you increase and you decrease. One day not too far away you will receive the greatest honor that can ever be given to any steward. You will stand in the presence of Almighty God and hear him say, "Well done, my good and faithful servant. Enter into the joy of the Lord" Now that's a reason to serve." If you feel God calling you into ministry get a copy of this book the author is Gail Mays and read it, it's only 48 pages it will change your life. Even though I love serving and I know I am doing what God has for me to do I still need to re-read this book and keep my heart and motives in check. Just know there is so much joy in serving.

God's got you covered

"Be careful or your hearts will be weighed down with dissipation, drunkenness and the anxieties of life, and that day will close on you unexpectedly like a trap" Luke 21:34 NIV
This is the verse in my devotion today then it says If you truly believe "No weapon formed against you shall prosper" then you shouldn't waste time worrying about unforeseen tragedies. God's got you covered. I like that phrase "God's got you covered" you know we tend to say that to our friends hey I got you covered and it tends to make us feel better but to know that God's got you covered does it get any better than that. Lastly my devotion reads Worry never changed anything, but God's word always does.
Praise God there is freedom in Christ.

Swimming lessons

The kids are taking swimming lessons here a couple of pictures from their first day. Hannah loved it and Joshua not so much. (He thought he was going to play in the pool) I think it will be successfull.

He's growing too fast

I took this the other night of Joshua, looks like he needs a new bed he has grown out of his toddler bed. I didn't realize just how much he has grown until I looked at this picture. He is really cute though.

Walking in Obediance

This morning God awoke me to spend time with him at 4:10am so I got up made my coffee and sat down with my bible, Journal/devotional and God. I was really excited that it was 4:10am since he woke me at 3:30am Friday morning to spend time with him, I feel like I got to sleep in I was very happy. Before I read my devotional I prayed about some issues I was dealing with and asking God to speak to me and help me. Well I opened my devotion and it has II John 1:5-6 "...I ask that we Love one another.....that we walk in obedience to his commands" Then as I continued to read the writer writes "You need to obey what you know" WOW! Love and walk in obedience watch what you pray for you just might get it. At the end of my devotional it say Draw close to the fire of His Word, and your life will light up. Warm yourself at the scripture, just as you'd seek the heat of a fireplace. I want my life to light up so as I continue to "Inquire" of the Lord he continues to show me my ugly heart, gently discipline me and then encourage me. The word "Inquire" was meant for me it's going to help me grow.