WORDS OF GLEE....

HOW WAS YOUR SPRING BREAK?....Ours was good as we visited my sister in Marietta, GA. We had both ends of the spectrum with weather. Shorts one day and an overcoat the next. What crazy weather we've been having. If you don't like it, just stick around a day, it will change. But we sure missed you all Wednesday night.

LAST SUNDAY WAS A GREAT DAY.....because we worshipped the Lord. But also because of the responses of Kevin and Stacey. My heart was overjoyed for them as Amy and I have been praying earnestly for them. Stacey made this comment to me, "Gregg, I'm ready to do this but I cannot do it alone. I need everyone's help." What a great statement to make. You know that's why God gives us His Spirit. To help us and to guide us. But another great gift He give us is our spiritual family. That's why we're here to encourage and help. So, let's be there for them....that's our duty and we are family. Kevin and Stacey, I love you both!

I'M EXCITED ABOUT OUR GOSPEL MEETING....and I hope you are as well. I know most of you do not know Scott Ballard but I know you will enjoy him, his family and his message. Scott has been preaching ever since he and I were in college. He is a talented man and I'm thankful he is going to be with us this week. Please take this opportunity to invite others.

WE REJOICE WITH GRETCHEN PIGG....in her decision to become a Christian Wednesday night. She made the decision after church to obey the gospel and Ricky had the honor of baptizing her. How awesome to be gone and get that kind of great news. Let's remember Gretchen in our daily prayers as this decision doesn't automatically make life easier, but it sure makes life rewarding and eternal. We love and appreciate you Gretchen!

DO YOU HAVE THE "SWEET" LIFE?....As I type this, Sadie is watching the Suite Life of Zach and Cody. She and Annie love this little show. It's about two boys who live with their mother in a hotel suite and have the "suite" life of always enjoying a great time with friends in this big luxurious hotel. You know, I think we have the "sweet" life. As Christians we have the assurance that as long as we live each day to the best of our ability, heaven will be ours. Do we have to be perfect? No. But we have to be willing to obey His Word the best we can. And if we will live to the best of our ability, Christ will answer for us one day and say, "this one is mine." I don't know about you, but that sounds "sweet!"

WELL ONE OF MY FAVORITE TIMES IS COMING UP SUNDAY....because I get to worship with my family and then eat with them and then worship again. I love eating, yes, just look at me, no mystery there. But I also love to fellowship and especially with you all. If you're not one who usually stays to eat and enjoy fellowship, I want you to know that we miss you. Please stay and have your day brightened by great fellowship with your family. I'll even let you go through the line ahead of me...I promise.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK...."Words may show a man's wit but actions his meaning." -Winston Churchill

I love you,
-Gregg