SATURDAY, 9/3/16
“Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer.” (Psalm 19:14 KJV)
Today’s Bible reading – Ezekiel 22-23
Good morning from Dallas. Nothing new to report today as far as those on our prayer list are concerned. Just keep praying.
Regular schedule tomorrow with Pastor Wes Bates preaching in all three services. Randall Broome will be leading our musical worship. Pray for the services. If you are in town, please be in your rightful place.
Emotionally, it has been a tough couple of days for me. I vividly remember 9/1/14 (Labor Day) when “C” sent me an iMessage telling me that she was in the hospital. Little did I know at that time that in just a little over three months she would pass from this life at such a very young age with so much life seemingly in front of her. However, she had an absolute trust in God as do I so I take comfort in “absent from the body present with the Lord!” One day I will see her again but death sure does stink!
Yesterday, 9/2, marked the thirtieth anniversary of the passing of Lisa’s only brother. I had the privilege of knowing Michael Clark for just over six years. He was not only my brother-in-law but he was my good friend. I also vividly remember where Lisa, Deidra, Daphne and I were when we got the news of his accident. One of the toughest (maybe the toughest) days of our lives up to this point. Again, so young. However, Michael also had an abiding faith in God and I will see him again too but death sure does sting!
Exactly three years later, 9/2/89, the Lord would call Dub Ladnier home after a tough battle with cancer. Bro. Dub & Michael were friends and I guess it was only fitting that they shared a promotion date (9/2). Dub Ladnier was a faithful church member and a very good friend. I miss Dub too. I do not like cancer! However, cancer did not win as Bro. Dub was simply escorted from this life into eternity because of his personal relationship with God through Jesus – our God is an awesome God!
So, we all need to enjoy each day of life given to us and celebrate with those we love as we have no promise of tomorrow. Tell those close to you that you love them today!
College football galore today! Somehow I let Lisa make the hotel reservations for here and we are staying in a hotel connected to a mall – imagine that! She “thinks” she is in Heaven! We had a good time fellowshipping with Ross & Kathy Genzink and Tom & Shari Compagner yesterday afternoon. Last night, we were joined by Joe David, Lori, Ty & Josie Bailey. Good times. Dana & Gina joined us around midnight.
Lisa and I spent Thursday night in Monroe, LA at the home of Ken & Kathryn Huff. You talk about good hosts – wow! I highly recommend “Hotel Huff” to anyone passing through Monroe! Great people!
I pray that you will have a great Saturday with Jesus.