Our lesson this week is still on Elijah and in 1 Kings 17. At this point in the bible, we have been through 7 kings. Each were ungodly in their own ways. Elijah tells Ahab that God will not let it rain until He commands it. Elijah then leaves and goes to a creek where God quenches his thirst and sends ravens to feed him for 3 years. After the three years, Elijah returns to the land. We learned from Elijah's example, as believers when bumps in the road come along, Gos always puts us in a place where he tests us before he blesses us. By taking this approach, God teaches us through our experiences. God builds our character before molding us into who He wants us to be. As believers, alot of time we pray reactively. This means we pray once something happens in our lives. God wants us to also pray proactively meaning during the good times and before things happen in our lives. Are you praying proactively? Are you allowing God to work through you during the trials in your life? Are you walking away from these situations realizing the blessing God has given you? As you go this week, think about the trails in your life and the way they have shaped your character. Thank God for the trials and the chance to learn from your experience. Don't forget to pray and thank Him even when times are good. Be proactive and not just reactive!
Happy Birthday to:
Lisa Gravitt - June 14th
Craig Armstrong - June 17th
Prayer Requests:
Joey and Kelly - Anna Lynn was at girls state last week and Kelly went to pick her up. This is a correction from me saying Kelly was at girls state. Jordan took the LSAT last week and will know her results in a few weeks.
Jaime and Veronica - Jaime's work was having layoffs this week and are unsure of who is loosing their job. He asked that we pray that he would be able to keep his job, but if he did loose it, to pray that he would find another one soon.
Greg and Jennifer - Wyatt is still struggling with his ear. Pray for healing. The "Summer of Harmony" is going well so far. Pray this continues.
John and Susie - John's mom is doing well and recovering nicely. John will be traveling alot over the next few weeks. Pray for safe travels for John and for Susie since she will be with the kids.
Rachel and Andrew - Andrew's grandfather is doing well and recovering from his pacemaker surgery. Pray he will continue to do well.
James and Chanel - They will be traveling on the 28th with both girls to Michigan. They will both be getting work on their eyes. Sarah will be having surgery and Ellen will be getting her eyes checked to make sure there are no problems or potential for problems in the future. Sarah has started moving her hands forward and is closer to crawling.
Tyler and Heather - 11 months til graduation for Tyler. He is beginning to put out feelers for jobs.
Scotty and Lesley - Reese is feeling better but still has a lingering cough. Lesley's ankle is doing better but still sore. Pray it will heal quickly. Continue to keep Scotty's dad and family in your prayers.
Josh and Melanie - Melanie's mom resigned from church and playing the piano. Pray for her as she makes this new adjustment.
Josh's parents were visiting with us today and we were glad to have them. His brother, wife and new baby are living with them in Huntsville until they get a new home. They asked that we pray for them while all being in the same home.
Hugh and Kerri - Trent turned 2 this week! Hard to believe! Kerri's dad is seeing new docs at UAB and they are starting over with tests. This may slow down his disability. Pray they will be able to diagnose his problem and that disability will continue to move forward.
John and Kim - John will be traveling to Tampa this week. Pray for safe travels. Kim's grandmother's twin is going down hill fast. At this point the family asks us to pray that she will go quickly and not suffer. Kim was set for trial today. Hope everything went well.
Chris and Kim - Chris' grandmother is in beginning stages of dementia. Pray for her and the family as they begin to deal with this situation. Chris' dad is still looking for work. Chris is suppose to go through with his block tomorrow. Pray that he will be able to go through with block and that it will work.
Brad and Ashley - PRAISE! Work went well for Brad this week. Ashley quit her job ans started with John DeShazo on Monday. Hope you have had a great week too! Pray for both of them as they adjust to new jobs.
Jon and Amber - PRAISE! Chad was able to find two jobs that he loves. One is with Habitat for Humanity working in the office and the other is teaching art two nights a week at a local community center. He will go with Courtney to Reno, NV for one month and then will start his two jobs. Continue to pray for my grandfather as they decide what steps to take in treatment for his cancer. PRAISE! Jon's tests went well so now we will move forward with my treatments.
Craig and Leslie - Libby's tooth is doing better. Pray she will not loose it.
Colt and Katy - Have welcomed their precious baby boy. He was born Monday, June 14th at 9:15am. He was 8 lbs and some ounces and 21 inches long. Mom and baby are doing well. I was able to pop in and see them on Wednesday after my doctor's appt. and Katy looks great. Reid is Colt Jr. He is precious. They were ready to go home and doing well.
Have a great week and we will see you Sunday!
Amber
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