Well, we are here. Big Spring has officially become our hometown! Apartment living is not so bad. It provides a close environment for Sherry and me to get to know one another again! However, having to get dressed in the middle of the night to walk the dogs to their favorite spots outside to...you know... is getting a bit old. I am thinking about giving them their own key and telling them to lock the door after they are finished.
House hunting is slow. The house for us has yet to surface, but we are in no hurry (unless the dog at night thing gets the best of me). We have a roof over our heads and food in the refrigerator. What else do we need? In God's time He will move us into that dream home. The Lord was faithful to sell our house in Sheridan in three days, so He will be faithful to give us the house reserved just for us.
Our new church has been wonderful. The people here are so loving and kind. I hope this "honeymoon" lasts for a while! On our first Sunday, a water line to the church burst so we cancelled Sunday School and met for worship. It was a great day. The people are starting to realize what they got in me, so I hope they are not disappointed...yet! Sunday night was a church-wide talent fair. I wanted to throw the axe, but decided against it. So, I juggled. it was mediocre at best.
Good days are ahead!
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Here I am again...
After hearing from all my "fans" about my absence from the blog world, I have conceded. I have been so busy wrapping up things in Sheridan, selling the house, packing, getting ready for a move, and a shopping trip to Dallas that I simply have not had the time - nor energy - to update the blog. But, I am back!!
God has been so amazing throughout this transition from Arkansas to Texas. After putting the house on the market, it sold within four days. The Lord has provided for our needs every step of the way. We are ready to settle down in Big Spring and to get to work!
In preparing to show the house, Sherry and I cleaned out the refrigerator and freezer. Our ice maker has not worked for 6 months since a repairman worked on the refrigerator last year. So, we have bought ice or "borrowed" ice from the church. However, I discovered a previous unknown feature of our Maytag. On the inside of the freezer door is a switch which says, "Ice Maker On - Ice Maker Off". Yes, you guessed it, the switch was turned to off. We now have ice!
Life is never dull around the Lindsey house!
My posts may be sporadic for the next few days as we make the move west. I am sure there will be much to tell, so stay tuned!
God has been so amazing throughout this transition from Arkansas to Texas. After putting the house on the market, it sold within four days. The Lord has provided for our needs every step of the way. We are ready to settle down in Big Spring and to get to work!
In preparing to show the house, Sherry and I cleaned out the refrigerator and freezer. Our ice maker has not worked for 6 months since a repairman worked on the refrigerator last year. So, we have bought ice or "borrowed" ice from the church. However, I discovered a previous unknown feature of our Maytag. On the inside of the freezer door is a switch which says, "Ice Maker On - Ice Maker Off". Yes, you guessed it, the switch was turned to off. We now have ice!
Life is never dull around the Lindsey house!
My posts may be sporadic for the next few days as we make the move west. I am sure there will be much to tell, so stay tuned!
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
My youngest...
Having mentioned my oldest daughter, I must also give attention to my youngest daughter, Kimberly. She is about to graduate from Ouachita Baptist University in May with her B.A. in Biblical Studies and marry, June 20th, Alex Beasley, a student at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Kim's heart is so tender for the Lord. She, along with Alex, have a love for young people in the church. God is going to use them in a mighty way in serving Him! She has a personality that will not quit - her father's daughter! ;) I am proud of both my daughters.
It is amazing how the Lord can bless Sherry and me with two children who love the Lord. I am not worthy! We have been praying for our daughters' spouses and our grandchildren from the days Kristen and Kimberly were born. Now, some 20+ years later, we are laying eyes on the answers to our prayers. Alex and Ozzie are tremendous young men who have a passion for the Lord and a commitment to serve Him. God is good!
The Bible affirms, Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord... (Psalm 127:3) Kristen and Kim are the Lord's. We have just been the caretakers.
Kim's heart is so tender for the Lord. She, along with Alex, have a love for young people in the church. God is going to use them in a mighty way in serving Him! She has a personality that will not quit - her father's daughter! ;) I am proud of both my daughters.
It is amazing how the Lord can bless Sherry and me with two children who love the Lord. I am not worthy! We have been praying for our daughters' spouses and our grandchildren from the days Kristen and Kimberly were born. Now, some 20+ years later, we are laying eyes on the answers to our prayers. Alex and Ozzie are tremendous young men who have a passion for the Lord and a commitment to serve Him. God is good!
The Bible affirms, Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord... (Psalm 127:3) Kristen and Kim are the Lord's. We have just been the caretakers.
CHECK IT OUT!!
A new blog is up an running! My daughter, Kristen, is now contributing to the world her wisdom and insights into God's Word. I encourage you to stop by her blog and follow it as the Lord teaches us through her words. Her blog is at www.adornthedoctrine.blogspot.com
You go girl!!
You go girl!!
Monday, March 2, 2009
My Explanation
Before my wife begins accusing me of any wrongdoing, I must explain myself. Yesterday, I had the privilege of baptizing two sisters. Baptism is always a special time of celebration. However, an incident following the baptism has caused my wife - and others - to question my motives and my actions.
The nature of baptism is immersion. In other words, water is involved. So, naturally, people get wet. Unfortunately, my wife was sitting in the choir loft directly below the baptistery. As I was praying, I "blessed" the congregation with outstretched hands. Coincidentally, some water dripped on to Sherry's head - albeit unintentionally.
For some reason, she feels this was an opportunity for me, her loving husband, to purposefully get her wet. Me? Certainly not! I dispute anything the video may show depicting my alleged offense. You cannot always believe what you see!
I am innocent. And, as Paul Harvey would say, "Now you know the rest of the story!"
The nature of baptism is immersion. In other words, water is involved. So, naturally, people get wet. Unfortunately, my wife was sitting in the choir loft directly below the baptistery. As I was praying, I "blessed" the congregation with outstretched hands. Coincidentally, some water dripped on to Sherry's head - albeit unintentionally.
For some reason, she feels this was an opportunity for me, her loving husband, to purposefully get her wet. Me? Certainly not! I dispute anything the video may show depicting my alleged offense. You cannot always believe what you see!
I am innocent. And, as Paul Harvey would say, "Now you know the rest of the story!"
The Week Ahead
After a wonderful day in church yesterday, I am gearing up for a busy week. The previous weekend was spent clearing out the garage of all our belongings. Everything went to a storage building where it will be distributed to Alabama, North Carolina, and Texas. It is amazing how much one family can accumulate!
This morning the carpet in the Master Bedroom is being replaced. Once that task is completed, I will move back in - from the newly emptied garage - all the furniture. While the carpet brigade is here, Tony, our handyman, will be power washing the house. The rest of the week, Tony will be painting, fixing, installing, and sprucing up the place.
All of this is fine, but why wait until it is time to sell the house to do what should have been done along the way? My wife asks that question quite regularly. I have no answer. For some reason, my tendency is to put off necessary repairs thinking, "I can do this!" But, I never get around to it. Now, I am paying for it!
Also, this week, I will pack my office; help Sherry pack her classroom, and organize our possessions for the move. There does not seem to be an end to all that needs to be done! Somehow, we will make it.
I hold on to the assurance of God's help - "I can do all things through Christ who is my strength."
This morning the carpet in the Master Bedroom is being replaced. Once that task is completed, I will move back in - from the newly emptied garage - all the furniture. While the carpet brigade is here, Tony, our handyman, will be power washing the house. The rest of the week, Tony will be painting, fixing, installing, and sprucing up the place.
All of this is fine, but why wait until it is time to sell the house to do what should have been done along the way? My wife asks that question quite regularly. I have no answer. For some reason, my tendency is to put off necessary repairs thinking, "I can do this!" But, I never get around to it. Now, I am paying for it!
Also, this week, I will pack my office; help Sherry pack her classroom, and organize our possessions for the move. There does not seem to be an end to all that needs to be done! Somehow, we will make it.
I hold on to the assurance of God's help - "I can do all things through Christ who is my strength."
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