The family went to Columbian Park for the day! Here's some pictures of that trip!Tractor boyzzz
Micah's first train ride....he was enthralled!
Peek-A-Boo
Caleb milking the cow [water came out-hilarious!]
Caleb watching the otters swim by! What a great day!
On a different note, our Sunday Service at New Life Church was AMAZING! Honestly, it's been several weeks since Travis and I have been able to sit together in service. We are either both working in nursery or out of town. So it was so refreshing to be able to sit and get ministered to. The message was about finding joy amidst hard times. Pastor Randy used Paul's experience in jail as a prime example that we can be joyful in all circumstances. He outlined several ways that we can obtain this same joy:
1. Praying for Others
2. Partnership in Ministry
3. Progress in our Christian Walk
4. Passionate, holy healthy, relationships
5. Pure living
6. Producing the Fruit of Christ's character- love, joy, peace PATIENCE, kindness, goodness, gentleness, and self-control.
7. Praising God
Although all wonderful ways to develop joy, point number six was most meaningful in my life right now. God began so show me ways that I need more of His character...especially patience. For those who know [and love] me :) , know that I do things quickly- I talk quick, I walk quick, I complete tasks quick- you get the idea. Well, since becoming a mother I've noticed that I expect these boys to move just as quickly and become frustrated when there is delay.
Needless to say I've got some work to do. I went up to the alter and gave me weaknesses to Him knowing that He'll help me develop Christ-Like Characteristics! What an awesome God!
That's all for tonight
