Godly Men

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With Husband wrapping up school at the Training Center, we have been giving much of our attention for him to finish well, as the Lord supplies. Thankfully, this past weekend, he and Jacob were able to attend a men's retreat, "Men of Conviction," with others from our Church. Here are three quick takeaways and some photos he wants to share. Ladies, these are good exhortations for us, too.

  1. Cultivate genuine friendships within the church. Friendships that will be free to share the good and the bad. "Faithful are the wounds of a friend, But deceitful are the kisses of an enemy" (Proverbs 27:6).
  2. Stand firm to my convictions (full assurance) and not fear the approval of man. "Let it be known to you, O king, that we are not going to serve your gods or worship the golden image that you have set up" (Daniel 3:18).
  3. Do not rely on self. Rather, continue knowing and understanding God, daily. His person, character and practices - these are the things worthy of boasting. "...but let him who boasts boast of this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the Lord who exercises lovingkindness, justice and righteousness on earth; for I delight in these things, declares the Lord." (Jeremiah 9:24).
A godly man, no matter how godly, will always fall short. Let us be thankful we have the perfect example in Christ to follow - He cultivated friendships, stood firm in conviction and remained immovable in knowing the Father daily. 














Praise Reports:

  1. Husband did a fantastic job presenting his final thesis at the Training Center on April 15, even with tons of traffic and arriving late;
  2. Husband and I had the blessing of spending the day with my mother-in-law hiking, going out for lunch and shopping;
  3. We were able to celebrate my sister's and Zachary's birthdays; 
  4. I had the privilege of leading an interactive scripture infused activity at an annual family mother's day tea party on Saturday, April 27th;
  5. Jacob finished his last semester for music (he has one more semester to complete his music credential); and
  6. Zachary is continuing to work, go to school and spend time with us.

Prayer Requests (the Lord's will in all):

  1. Husband graduates from bible training on May 5th; our missions pastor, his wife, the boys and I plan to attend;
  2. A home to live in/near Riverside;
  3. Peace while we await the Lord's leading with the application process for a permanent position at UCR - it is for the contract job I have been working part-time since January; 
  4. Wisdom, endurance & to walk in the Spirit, with ongoing health challenges, daily dealings with sin & working (Avi);
  5. Witnessing and discipleship opportunities; and
  6. Jacob & Zachary to bear consistent/genuine fruit of salvation.

 

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