31 days of prayers.... for our children

It occurred to me this morning on the way to work that I have kept a great promise in praying for our children this month. Also to always include a prayer in my daily prayers for my family, my church and my rock group children ~ Especially our teenagers! - One of the things that God has opened my eyes this year has been my kids at school. Kyles classmates. What a year it has been ... there is nothing better to raise a mood - to raise expectations- to bring a smile to a face than spending time with these kids.... unconditional love in the simplest of forms. Each of these children are special and bring something different to everything - in the way they see things, examine things, share things - feel things. They are such a great group of kids and even though school only has a few more weeks left - I will be spending as much time there as I can until the end of the year. Who knows what next year will be like... my sons teacher may not be as open to a dad to come and share his time with this new class.... the kids will be older and they may be a little more grown up then ... who knows - but I have sure enjoyed my year with my kids.
We have a few more lunches left - a field day - a pool party for the boys that my wife Carol has arranged, planned and made happen. It will be weird seeing my kids in the halls next year in all different classes and at different times - not all together. I pray there will always be that smile on their face when they see me- even if they are in different classes and its only a moment to say hey Mr. B!!
God opened these doors for me - a door I never knew was there. A door to my heart for children no matter what they are going through in life. I will forever remember 3rd grade.

31 days of prayer this month - at a time when summer is almost here and the kids are out of school. A few months before I get to see them again. Some will move to another city - another school. All of them moving onto another teacher and another class. 31 days of prayer for my small group children - who I have the honor to love and to see each week - to influence and share Jesus with them and their parents as we do this life ~together~!
God is pretty awesome with this incredible plan. Glad I had the courage to walk through the door that I didn't even know was there until now... but God knew all along was there for me, if I would just have the courage to do it.
What door is awaiting you - do you have the courage to step forward in something that God has right in front of you? Take the risk - take the chance loved ones. God has things worked out and His plan is in motion if only you would trust in Him.
Love you all,
Randy~

Children - May 31

31 days of prayer for our children~

Reliance on God

May our children grow to trust You Lord with all of their heat and not lean on their own understanding
(Proverbs 3:5)

Children May 30

31 Days of prayer for our children~

Trust

Help our children Lord understand that it is better to take refuge in you than to trust in other people
(Psalm 118:8)

Tough getting out of the gate...

Wow its been harder than normal to get back into gear today after a few days off. Is it Monday or Tuesday? Maybe I am too sore from moving rocks and a night of sleep that I awoke lots of times thinking about what I had to do today. Did I get to all of them - LOL. I have to admit that I did not have my bible while we were away the last 4 days - nor did I blog much - just kind of unplugged from things for a bit. Its good to do that from time to time but I work best when I am focused and in gear. Its hard for me to unwind since I am on the move all the time. I look forward to seeing some church family this week at the ball fields as Kyle has 2 games this week. I look forward to Sunday and getting back to serving and hearing a great message from Pastor Jimmy. I look forward to seeing my Rock Group family and planning ahead this summer for some baseball tickets, movie night and maybe even a pool cookout party. :)
As I look at the months schedule and who is serving this month - it has hit me like a ton or rocks that we just don't have enough folks serving and stepping up to the plate. Things fall on the shoulders of very few people - they are always there ready to serve and come in to get dirty. Thank goodness for those few folks.
I remember telling Carol to relax - pray for folks to come and serve - when she took over the children's ministry. I need to hear that advice today. I have never been great at long term plans - they eat me for lunch because I am on fire to get the job done - blast it and be done with it kind of guy. Just ask Carol with any great idea's she has had - That's how we have a pool and a cabin...... her idea's not mine!
Anyways - I know that the Lord will send us some folks to serve in the ministry area's we need at church. We just have to continue to lead and lead by example - show the value of serving and not just spending our time and wheels. There is great value in serving at your church - friendships are formed there - people pray for you there and you gain a sense of value to your church family. Ownership - Commitment. Valuable things to learn today.

2 Thessalonians 3
11We hear that some among you are idle. They are not busy; they are busybodies. 12Such people we command and urge in the Lord Jesus Christ to settle down and earn the bread they eat. 13And as for you, brothers, never tire of doing what is right.

Thanks for letting me vent a little today... Idle time and sitting still? Tough on me..... time to get back in the saddle so God can take us places and the chance to show others His awesome favor.

Randy~

Children May 29

31 days of prayer for our children~

Servant's Heart

May our children not lack diligence and be fervent in spirit as they serve you Lord.
(Romans 12:11)

Monday evening dump....

I am tired from the 3 days off - honest. I think we all are after running for 3 days and doing things we normally don't do and taking us all out of our routine. Moving rocks, building a flower garden, fishing, swimming and getting the boat ready - taking the dogs for 2 walks a day - whew - tough being out in the woods. Carol told me today that she is glad we have a small cabin - no way were we going to camp in the woods with a tent, sleeping bags, no A/C, or direct-tv - or a hair dryer.!! Hey who needs that anyways ways??.... now TV - that's another story.
It's always great to get away - to unwind and change the routine- We all slept till 8:30 almost every morning - thats a miracle! We look forward to more time up at the cabin during the summer. More time to rest, to plan and dream.
I can't wait till Sunday and getting back to church - serving setup and will probably do a double with breakdown. It cool - I am ok with doing my part in making a difference in showing someone - Jesus. Its life changing stuff. I look forward to hearing more of Jimmy's plans this week and getting up to speed with them.
God is on the move..... hang on!
Randy~

Children May 28

31 days of prayer for our children~

Steadfastness

May our children Lord be steadfast, immoveable and always excelling in Your work. Their labor will not be in vain
(1Corinthians 15:58)