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September 2019: Netflix is how much?

Family and Friends,
here is an overview of September!

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Early September we got to lead some youth on a local service project to help Good News Homes. I failed to take many good pictures, but here is a glimpse:
Cleaning up trimmed bushes


Also, My parents came in town to visit us. We had a great time with them at Bernheim Forest and downtown Louisville. We walked the park, ate out, and talked/prayed with a homeless gentleman downtown Louisville. (shortly after he showed us this camera) It was a joy to see family and it made us anticipate more time like this during the holidays! Also, my dad has a favorite "Youtuber" that films in Louisville. I usually only hear youth at church talk about their favorite "Youtubers," so that was funny. Sorry we didn't have time to visit him, Dad!




I preached a sermon on the conception and birth of Jesus, so I showed clip of me on my 1st birthday as an illustration. The youth thought it was fun and it worked to get their attention. Here it is if you want to check it out. (It starts at 10:50)






Funny

 Elementary school kids are endlessly funny around Amber. Here are two boys discussing finances:  (with names changed, of course!)

Bill: We never subscribed to Netflix.
Ben: how much even is Netflix?
Bill: I don't know - maybe a couple hundred...or couple thousand...a month.


Also, Amber found this meme and sent it to me. I can vouch for its truthfulness! Hebrew this semester is an (arduous) labor of love.


Pray
Would you pray for me, Bronson, for grace and discipline to persevere to the end of the semester? The last few weeks I have been burning the candle at both ends. Consequently, I have acutely experienced fatigue.

I asked Amber how you all could pray for her and she did not respond. It could have been the mouthwash she was using at the time, but I choose to think she just does not want you praying for her. [Can you hear the sarcasm?] I know she would like prayer for wisdom to be a loving teacher, co-worker, and employee. Sometimes work is hard and she wants to do best by the Lord and by those of whom she serves. She is great like that. Your prayers are appreciated.


Book Recommendation
I had to read some dull books this last month, but this one challenged and encouraged me. It is about how the church can reclaim the home as a primary place kids and youth are built up in their faith. I am still praying and thinking about how it changes my daily practice, but I commend it to you. It is a book directed towards Pastors, but parents would find gems within also!



Finally, we leave you with this compelling quote about a Christian's love for God:

"Little children, guard yourselves from idols." 1 John 5:21

Comments

  1. Aunt LibbyOctober 15, 2019 at 5:42 PM

    We, too, have been challenged lately about how God want's families to handle children, especially the youngest ones. Glad you are still stretching your mind and flexing your ideas. Looking forward to seeing you both! (Aunt Libby)

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  2. KimOctober 21, 2019 at 9:26 AM

    We love you! Thanks for the updates <3

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