December 29, 2014

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   The more the words, the less the meaning, and how does that profit anyone?
Ecclesiastes 6:11

          Monday December 22 nd ~

     Started off this week in Brookhaven, Mississippi where I was able to sing at the "Golden Living" nursing home.

          Tuesday December 23 rd ~

     Drove to Collins, Mississippi and ministered at the "Arrington Living Center" which is attached to the hospital.

     Parked for the night a few more miles down the road at the "Salem Heights Baptist" church. Some massive storms came through including a tornado.

          Wednesday December 24 th ~

     Troy (one of the leaders at the church) invited me to lead some songs at the "Mission Cross" in town where they contribute an annual Christmas Eve Rib-eye Roast dinner. Yum!

          Thursday December 25 th ~

     Folks at the "Mission Cross" had asked me to come to their noon Christmas Day meal and gave me the honor of sharing in song and message. Again, an awesome feast of Turkey, Ham & Dressing.

          Friday December 26 th ~

     Joined a group of men from the Gideon ministry for a prayer breakfast here at Salem Heights. Then drove to Waynesboro, Mississippi where I was able to minister in two facilities. First at the "Southern Living" ALF, then over to the "Brookwood Villa" personal care home.

     Continuing east I crossed into Alabama to the town of Brewton in time for a "Celebration Recovery" meeting led by a pastor friend of mine (Tommy).

          Saturday December 27 th ~

     A day of rest.

          Sunday December 28 th ~

     Attended the "Dogwood Hills" AG church here in Brewton where I was able to share a Special.

     Lunch with Tommy. Then an evening prayer service at the church.

    
And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

December 22, 2014

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   Praise the LORD, all you nations; extol him, all you peoples. For great is his love toward us, and the faithfulness of the LORD endures forever. Praise the LORD.
Psalm 117:1, 2

          Monday December 15 th ~

     Started off this week near Bismark, Arkansas. As I headed south I pulled into a Resort State Park where I was able to access the internet from the lobby of their Lodge. Unfortunately Yahoo was having problems with their web-hosting program which kept me from publishing the newsletter on the website. However, I was able to send out the Update emails as usual. Then drove on south to the Louisiana border.

          Tuesday December 16 th ~

     Crossed into Louisiana to the town of Bastrop where I was able to minister at the "Sterling Rehab Hospital".

     Got a shower at the First Baptist church and parked overnight at the city rv park.

          Wednesday December 17 th ~

     Sang at the "Cherry" nursing home here in Bastrop.

          Thursday December 18 th ~

     Shared at "The Arbor" assisted living facility here in Bastrop. Then got over to the library where I was finally able to publish the website after a couple of email exchanges with Yahoo technical support. Had to uninstall two programs then download newer versions.

          Friday December 19 th ~

     Sang at the "Lagniappe Healthcare" nursing home here in Bastrop which pretty much covers most of the facilities in this small town.

          Saturday December 20 th ~

     Drove southeast into Mississippi. Passed a herd of Buffalo. Not something one expects to see in eastern Louisiana.

          Sunday December 21 st ~

     It's my Birthday! Made it to fifty-nine.

          Attended the Lucien Baptist Church where I was given the honor of contributing a couple of songs during their Christmas service. Followed Carol & Cindy (Pastors) to a Cracker Barrel where they treated me to lunch. They then put me up in a nice motel for the night and even filled the gas tank on the way there. Awesome!

    
And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

December 15, 2014

Greetings,
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   A psalm. For giving grateful praise. Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.
Psalm 100:1, 2

          Monday December 8 th ~

     Parked at the Methodist church in Idabel, Oklahoma where I was able to publish the newsletter early, accessing their wifi. Then enjoyed a breakfast with my friend David (the pastor).

     Headed north to the next town to do laundry, then on to a State Park for the night.

          Tuesday December 9 th ~

     I've been feeling like a Bug is trying to give me a chest cold. Been load'n up on vitamins and taking aspirin.

          Wednesday December 10 th ~

     Seems like I have to go through this kind of thing once or twice a year which means I can't go into nursing homes until it passes.
     Crossed the border a bit further east to a cheap campground.

          Thursday December 11 th ~

     On east to another cheap campground.

     In this part of Arkansas there are some Army Corp of Engineer campgrounds with winter rates of $6 a night with electric hookups and shower houses.

          Friday December 12 th ~

     Rained most all day. Stayed put. Did a little writing.

          Saturday December 13 th ~

     Feeling much better today.

          Sunday December 14 th ~

     Attended the "Bower Church of Christ" in Bismark, Arkansas where the Elders were excited that I'd shown up on this particular Sunday. Seems their piano player was on vacation, so they invited me to bring the guitar in and lead the song service. I was also given the opportunity to share testimony and my one-minute sermon.

    
And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

December 8, 2014

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   In those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the wilderness of Judea and saying, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near." This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah: "A voice of one calling in the wilderness, 'Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.'"
Matthew 3:1-3

          Monday December 1 st ~

     Headed out early on this very foggy morning. Stopped at the laundry mat here in Hallettsville, Texas before leaving town. When I'd finished that chore it was still foggy so I stopped at a motel in town and got permission to publish the newsletter from their wifi in the lobby.

     By the time I finished, the fog had burned off, but a windy cold front arrived tossing the van around some. Made for a white knuckled drive.

          Tuesday December 2 nd ~

     Ministered at the "St. Joseph Manor" in Caldwell, Texas. The activity director was very complementary afterwards explaining that the previous day had been (in her words), "A monster."

          Wednesday December 3 rd ~

     In Crockett, Texas I was able to sing at the "Enchanted" assisted living facility for a few folks.

          Thursday December 4 th ~

     Continuing north I stopped in Jacksonville, Texas and ministered at the "Senior Care" nursing home.

          Friday December 5 th ~

     Drove further north to Gilmer, Texas where I sang at the "Wesley House" facility. While roaming the halls strumming up business, I was able to enter the memory care section and sing for seven residents and three staff members. Then back to the main dinning area where a rather large group had gathered. We had a wonderful time, with many folks singing along and making request for their favorite gospel songs.

          Saturday December 6 th ~

     Sang at an old nursing home in Daingerfield, Texas for a small group of residents, then crossed into Oklahoma where I hooked up with David who I met last year while ministering in one of the nursing homes here in Idabel. He promptly provided a motel for the night. In the eight months since I was given this vehicle, this is the first night I haven't slept in it.

          Sunday December 7 th ~

     Attended worship services at the Methodist church in Idabel, Oklahoma where I was given the honor of sharing in song and testimony. Joined David (Pastor) along with a large group from the church for lunch, then parked at the church for the night.

    
And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

December 1, 2014

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   Jesus said to them, "A prophet is not without honor except in his own town, among his relatives and in his own home."
Mark 6:4

          Monday November 24 th ~

     After publishing the newsletter I got over to Brother George's house here in Austin, Texas where we found a place to put the back-up guitar in the van.

     About a year before my mother passed away, she gave me my dad's guitar. He'd passed the year before that. At the time it needed some major restoration. So I left it with George, a very talented meticulous craftsman. He did a fantastic repair job and kept it safe for me the past few years.

     Living in the minivans, I only had room for one guitar and the Martin was the more appropriate tool for the ministry. But now with this large camper van I can enjoy this inheritance. For those who know about such things, this is a Vintage Classic 1969 Gibson Hummingbird.

          Tuesday November 25 th ~

     Ministered at the "Southpark Meadows" nursing home in Austin. While roaming the corridors strumming the guitar I spotted some double glass doors near the end of one hallway with a lady on the other side shaking the whole structure, apparently wanting out. I went on into this small Alzheimer's Unit and sang a bit for the five residents before returning to the main dinning room to sing for a large group of about thirty.

          Wednesday November 26 th ~

     Drove to my cousins country home near Round Top, Texas where I'd been invited to share the Thanksgiving holiday time.

          Thursday November 27 th ~

     Thanksgiving Day! Food and fun.

          Friday November 28 th ~

     Drove to Schulenburg, Texas and sang at the nursing home, first in the main lobby for a rather large group of folks, then into the Alzheimer's Unit for ten residents and three staff members.

          Saturday November 29 th ~

     On to some cousin's house in Yoakum, Texas for a sweet day of eating and visiting.

          Sunday November 30 th ~

     Attended services at a little country church outside of Victoria, Texas where I got to say hi to some kinfolk. Then to an evening service in Hallettsville, Texas where some more cousins live.

    
And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

November 24, 2014

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   "The voice spoke from heaven a second time, 'Do not call anything impure that God has made clean.'
Acts 11:9

          Monday November 17 th ~

     Started off this week in Center Point, Texas where I published the newsletter from the "Trinity Church". Then after doing laundry in Kerrville, I drove to Lakeway, Texas in time for Barbara's Home Group/Pot-Luck Dinner/Worship Service/ Fellowship.

     These dear folks have helped many people in many ways, including getting lady's off the street, out of drugs, you name it.

     This night they gave me the honor of leading some songs and sharing in word and testimony.

     A sweet group of Believers.

          Tuesday November 18 th ~

     Parked in their driveway last night. Had breakfast with Barb, then drove to North Austin for a visit with old friend's David & Mary.

          Wednesday November 19 th ~

     Hooked up with my dear friend's George & Laura in South Austin. Spent a wonderful day visiting and such. And attended evening services with them at "Jubilee Christina Center".

          Thursday November 20 th ~

     Breakfast with George and a long visit, then drove to La Grange, Texas where I was able to minister at the "Jefferson Place" assisted living facility before their Bingo activity. Then a few more miles to Don & Sue Ellen's Thursday night Bible Study and Fellowship Meal.

          Friday November 21 st ~

     Sang at the "Care Inn" nursing home in La Grange. This is an older, poorest-of-the-poor type facility.

          Saturday November 22 nd ~

     Back in Austin I attended a Saturday morning Breakfast Fellowship/Bible Study with some old friends. This activity was started years ago at a church which a few years ago had to disband due to an inability to meet their financial obligations. And although they go to different churches now, this small group continues to get-together once a week like this, in their homes.

          Sunday November 23 rd ~

     Attended "Jubilee Christian Center". And then enjoyed a delicious lunch with friend's Kevin & Jane.

     Took care of some domestic chores. A visit with a couple of nephews. Then an evening meal with dear Sister Sarah.

    
And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

November 17, 2014

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   The seed falling among the thorns refers to someone who hears the word, but the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, making it unfruitful.
Matthew 13:22

          Monday November 10 th ~

     Published the newsletter from the "Westside Community Church" in El Paso, Texas.

     Did the laundry mat thing, then had a long lunch with Elis, one of the church members.

          Tuesday November 11 th ~

     Packed up and drove across the Hueco Mountains east of El Paso and on through the Guadalupe Mountains. Cut across the southeast corner of New Mexico and back into Texas all the way to the town of Lamesa just before dark where I stumbled onto a free city campground with electric hook-ups. Much appreciated on this sub-freezing night.

          Wednesday November 12 th ~

     Drove south to Stanton, Texas and sang at their Care Center. One young lady (late 20's or 30's) sang along with most all the songs. She told me afterwards that she was born with physical disabilities and brain damage. And she was thankful that her momma wanted to have her anyway.

     I continued south to Big Lake, Texas which turns out to be in the heart of an oil boom going on in this part of west Texas.

     They have a rather large city campground with no occupants. I was told that in the past the oil field workers had filled it up and created so many problems that the city government had to run 'em out and only allow overnight Rv'ers.

     The town's Senior Center is situated in the park entrance and the director handles the campground. My timing was pretty good. They were having their once-a-week luncheon activity. I got invited to share the meal and sing a few songs. Not the first time I've sung for my dinner.

     The only shower facilities I could find were at a truck stop which wanted 12 bucks. I couldn't quite justify that, so I did a sponge bath in the van.

          Thursday November 13 th ~

     Ministered at the nursing home in Big Lake for a lovely group of folks. Then drove southeast to Center Point, Texas and hooked up with folks at the "Trinity Church".

          Friday November 14 th ~

     Sang at the "Alpine Terrace" in Kerrville for a small group of folks. Then back to the church in Center Point (about 7 miles away). I started getting sick. I suspect food poisoning from breakfast. A nasty case of diarrhea, vomiting and chills. Finally eased up about 3:00 in the morning.

          Saturday November 15 th ~

     Slept on and off through the first half of the day. Had a bite to eat in the afternoon. Started feeling a bit better.

          Sunday November 16 th ~

     Enjoyed the honor of sharing in song and testimony during worship services here at "Trinity". Then rested through the afternoon.

    
And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

November 10, 2014

Greetings,
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   Beyond all question, the mystery from which true godliness springs is great: He appeared in the flesh, was vindicated by the Spirit, was seen by angels, was preached among the nations, was believed on in the world, was taken up in glory.
1 Timothy 3: 16

          Monday November 3 rd ~

     Published the newsletter from the Baptist church in Deming, New Mexico.

          Tuesday November 4 th ~

     Sang at the "Willow Manor" assisted living facility here in Deming. Then had lunch with friend's Phil and Paula. They filled the gas tank and even slipped me a check from the church for the ministry. Sweet.

          Wednesday November 5 th ~

     Drove to Las Cruces, New Mexico and ministered at "The Heritage" assisted living facility. Then continued on to El Paso, Texas where I hooked up with friends at the "Westside Community Church". Attended their mid-week prayer service where I got to lead a few songs.

          Thursday November 6 th ~

     Ministered at the "White Acres" assisted living facility here in El Paso.

     Later, I accompanied Joe (Pastor) to the house of a home bound ninety year old lady who is blind. We sang some hymns, prayed and partook of communion.

          Friday November 7 th ~

     Sang at the "Good Samaritan" nursing home for a few minutes before a Catholic Priest was due to come in and Bless the folks and serve Communion.  I stepped aside while this was going on, then continued singing afterwards.

          Saturday November 8 th ~

     A day of rest.

          Sunday November 9 th ~

     Attended the Westside church here in El Paso, where I enjoyed the honor of sharing some songs and testimony. Joined a group for lunch, then visited with some of the dad's during the evening youth service.   

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

November 3, 2014

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   A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
Proverbs 17:22

          Monday October 27 th ~

     Started off this week in Quemado, New Mexico at the home of dear friend's Kenny and Laurie where I published the weekly newsletter from their wifi and visited a bit more.

          Tuesday October 28 th ~

     Said my goodbyes and drove to Truth or Consequences, New Mexico where I was able to minister at the "Sierra" nursing home.

          Wednesday October 29 th ~

     Sang at the State Veterans Home here in T or C.

          Thursday October 30 th ~

     Drove to Deming, New Mexico and sang at the nursing home attached to the hospital.

          Friday October 31 st ~

     Folks at the Baptist church here in Deming have given me a key to the building in order to access the facilities, including a shower and wifi.

     I went ahead and unpacked the printer and Cd burner and spent the day assembling one-hundred "Christmas Albums" for handing out in nursing homes.

     Then enjoyed the evening hours visiting with some of the members at their "Trunk-or-Treat" event. There must of been five-hundred people come through in those few hours.

          Saturday November 1 st ~

     The church installed a washer and dryer this past year, so I incorporated the weekly laundry thing into this day of rest, including sheets and blankets.

          Sunday November 2 nd ~

     Enjoyed the honor of singing a Special during the morning worship service. Had lunch with old friend's Phil and Paula. Then at the evening service I was able to lead a few medleys, while folks prepared for a Baptism.    

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

October 27, 2014

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   Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn away from them. Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; love her, and she will watch over you.
Proverbs 4:5, 6

          Monday October 20 th ~

     Started off this week in Espanola, New Mexico where I've been parked at the Baptist church doing some recording work over the past few days. I was able to finish the editing on "When I Survey The Wondrous Cross". Click to Hear.

     Published the newsletter from their wifi.

     Packed-up the recording equipment and drove to Albuquerque, New Mexico where I hooked up with Jerry & Annette, founders of the "Faith Comes By Hearing" ministry.

          Tuesday October 21 st ~

     Breakfast with Jerry & Annette at "Beulah Retreat" where they live a few miles south of Albuquerque on several acres. There are several houses and a large barn which has been converted into their living quarters, including several guest rooms for visiting missionary's.

     After saying my goodbye's I drove south to Socorro, New Mexico where I was able to minister at the "Good Samaritan" nursing home, first in the Alzheimer's Unit, then in the main dinning room for a slightly larger group.

          Wednesday October 22 nd ~

     In Quemado, New Mexico I hooked up with old friends Kenny & Laurie. I first met this wonderful family about the third year into the ministry as I was driving through the Datil Mountains. I attended the church they were pasturing. Got invited to sing during the service and afterwards they had me back to their house to park overnight.

     The next morning was a holiday. They were both school teachers so they had the day off work. Laurie went to the store and came back to make a T-Bone steak and egg breakfast. Yum! Afterwards while sitting around the table visiting, Kenny turns to me and in a very humble way, offers their minivan for the ministry.

     Now for the first two years I'd been using a 1991 Dodge Caravan which burned about a quart of oil every two hundred miles. Theirs was a 1997 Dodge Caravan. Same make and model, only six years newer and in great shape. So the bed I'd built and the curtains moved right over with very little adjustment.

     I used that vehicle for the next four years. Got it up to 224,000 miles before the next one showed up.

          Thursday October 23 rd ~

     Spent time visiting with these dear friends.

          Friday October 24 th ~

     Attended the Quemado Senior Center's second annual "Christian Singing" event. I'd been given the honor of leading off the music with a couple of sing-along medleys and my one minute sermon. Then I just kicked back listening to the other folks who contributed.

          Saturday October 25 th ~

     A day of rest.

          Sunday October 26 th ~

     Drove across the border into Arizona, to the "Bee Hive" assisted living home in the town of Eager where I was able to minister with the folks. I noticed that of the thirteen residents, only one was picked up for a church service outside the home.
     Then over to the Calvary Church where I enjoyed the honor of sharing some songs and message during the worship service. Lunch with my host, then fifty miles back to Quemado for the evening.   

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

October 20, 2014

Greetings,
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   Choose my instruction instead of silver, knowledge rather than choice gold, for wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire can compare with her.
Proverbs 8:10, 11

          Monday October 13 th ~

     Columbus Day.

          Up early. Drove into the small town of Springer, New Mexico where I parked beside the library and accessed their wifi from the van to publish the newsletter. Then got over to the nursing home in town where I was able to minister for an appreciative group of folks. In a very large room they had about thirty recliners arranged against the walls in a horseshoe configuration. Standing approximately in the middle, it seemed like most everyone could hear me just fine.

     Did the laundry-mat chore in town, then settled into the local RV Park where the owner only charged me ten bucks to plug-in overnight and shower.

          Tuesday October 14 th ~

     Drove through Las Vegas, New Mexico where I stopped and sang at the nursing home, then on to Espanola, NM where I hooked up with an old friend (Paul) at the Baptist church.

          Wednesday October 15 th ~

     Breakfast out with Paul where the decision was made to stay through the weekend.
     In an unused class room I was able to set up the recoding equipment and started working on a song.

     Also received an email from Scott, the owner of the Christian Radio Station in Newport, Oregon. He had a suggestion of recording the weekly newsletter for broadcasting on his station as a regular feature.

     Paul suggested a simple way to do that, which I did, then sent it off to Scott as an mp3 attachment.

          Thursday October 16 th ~

     Continued recording work and attended a once-a-month senior luncheon here at the church. And later, a men's evening meal and Bible study, as well.

          Friday October 17 th ~

     Sang at the nursing home here in Espanola, then did some more recording work.

          Saturday October 18 th ~

     Spent most of the day finishing recording and editing "In The Garden" Click to Hear.

          Sunday October 19 th ~

     Attended worship services here where I was given the honor of contributing some songs and testimony about the Lord's provision for this ministry through the years.

     Then enjoyed a time of fellowship at lunch with Paul's family. 

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Your Brother in Christ, Larry Eugene Stevens

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

October 13, 2014

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   Two or three prophets should speak, and the others should weigh carefully what is said. And if a revelation comes to someone who is sitting down, the first speaker should stop. For you can all prophesy in turn so that everyone may be instructed and encouraged.
1 Corinthians 14:29-31

          Monday October 6 th ~

     Ministered at the nursing home attached to the hospital in La Crosse, Kansas. Then published the newsletter from the library in town.

          Tuesday October 7 th ~

     Drove across western Kansas, striking out in two facility's before I was finally able to minister during the devotion time at the nursing home in Scott City.

     Then crossed into Colorado.

          Wednesday October 8 th ~

     Sang at "The Legacy" assisted living facility in Lamar, Colorado.

          Thursday October 9 th ~

     Ministered at the "Juniper Village" nursing home here in Lamar for a rather large group of folks. This is an older (60 bed) facility with what seems to be a loving/caring staff.

          Friday October 10 th ~

     Rained all night and most of today. The owner of the RV Park here has for the second day in a row, given as a donation to the ministry, a free place to park, plug-in and shower. Sweet!

          Saturday October 11 th ~

     Spent some early morning hours getting another eight hundred words into the current book project, then drove across southeastern Colorado to Trinidad where I parked at a Walmart for the night.

          Sunday October 12 th ~

     Crossed the border into New Mexico to the small town of Maxwell where I attended worship services at the Baptist church. John (pastor) turned over the sermon time for me to sing and share testimony. Sweet group.

     I was allowed to park at the church for the night, plugged into an electrical outlet as a cold front came through with high winds and frigid temps.

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Yours in Christ, Larry

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

October 6, 2014

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   The foreigner residing among you must be treated as your native-born. Love them as yourself, for you were foreigners in Egypt. I am the LORD your God.
Leviticus 19:34

          Monday September 29 th ~

     Published from the home of Bill & Jo in Osceola, Nebraska, then ministered at the "Good Samaritan" assisted living facility in town.

          Tuesday September 30 th ~

     Sang at the "Good Sam" nursing home in town in their dinning room for a large group who gathered early for lunch.

          Wednesday October 1 st ~

     Said hi and by to Bill & Jo and headed south stopping in Stromsburg, Nebraska to minister at the "Mid-west Covenant Home".

          Thursday October 2 nd ~

     Continued south crossing the border into Kansas.

     Got a tooth starting to bother me. Something to pray about?

          Friday October 3 rd ~

     Cold, wet, windy day. Only drove 30 miles to Beloit, Kansas where I had the opportunity to share in their nursing home. They allowed me to use the shower in a guest room, then I settled in their free city park campground which thankfully had electric hookups to run the heater on this 34 degree night.

          Saturday October 4 th ~

     In Lincoln, Kansas at the "Lincoln Park Manor" I was able to sing during their "Sweets & Coffee" time.

          Sunday October 5 th ~

     Attended the "First Christian Church" in La Crosse, Kansas where I enjoyed the honor of sharing in song and testimony during the worship service.

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Yours in Christ, Larry

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

September 29, 2014

Greetings,
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   But someone will say, "You have faith; I have deeds." Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by my deeds. You believe that there is one God. Good! Even the demons believe that--and shudder.
James 2:18, 19

          Monday September 22 nd ~

     There is a Christian radio relay station just outside of Redfield, South Dakota which is run by my friend Ted, a member of the Baptist church in town. This morning I was able to publish the newsletter from their wifi, then we got over to the courthouse to transfer the title and van license to South Dakota.

          Tuesday September 23 rd ~

     Ministered at the "Lakeside" assisted living facility here for a large group of folks. Also changed the van's insurance policy to South Dakota.

          Wednesday September 24 th ~

     At the DMV in this small town (which is only open twice a month) I was able to get a South Dakota drivers license. Finishing this process.

     All States have a provision for situations similar to mine. That is, no home, full time in motor-homes. This allows me to choose among many States. After some research I settled on South Dakota because they have no State Income Tax and no yearly vehicle inspections. Also their yearly license plate tags are among the lowest and their excise (sales) tax is only 3 percent.

     The ministry's mailing address will remain the same.

     Before leaving town I stopped at the "Golden Living Center" where I was able to minister in the Alzheimer's Unit.

          Thursday September 25 th ~

     Crossed the border into Nebraska to the town of O'Neill where I was able to sing at the "Evergreen" assisted living facility for a large group of folks.

          Friday September 26 th ~

     O'Neill is one of the small towns in this part of the country which provides free camping with electric hookups. Some of these also have a shower house.

     As I was leaving town this morning a policeman (who is also the Mayor) pulled me over. No problem. No ticket. Spent some time sharing about the ministry and gave him a brief tour of the van. (He's close to retirement age and thinking about getting something like this.)

     Drove to Osceola, Nebraska to the home of friend's Jo and Bill. Knocked on the door, no answer. Gave 'em a call. Bill answered the phone saying, "We're in Maine. Door's unlocked, go on in and make yourself at home, we'll be back Tuesday night."

     A minute later he called back instructing me on how to turn the water on to the house so I could shower and such. What an awesome display of Brotherly Love and Hospitality.

          Saturday September 27 th ~

     Did an oil and filter change on the van, as well as some other domestic chores.

          Sunday September 28 th ~

     Attended the first service at the Methodist church here in town, then got over to the Lutheran church in time for their second service where I was given the honor of contributing three songs and some testimony about the ministry.

     Joined some folks at the nursing home for an afternoon service where I was privileged to share in song and message.

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Yours in Christ, Larry

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

September 22, 2014

Greetings,
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   What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save them? Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to them, "Go in peace; keep warm and well fed," but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.
James 2:14-17

          Monday September 15 th ~

     In American Falls, Idaho I was able to minister in the Hospital's nursing home section. Then got over to the library to publish the weekly newsletter. Followed by the weekly laundry chore.

          Tuesday September 16 th ~

     Drove northeast to the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.

          Wednesday September 17 th ~

     Continued east into Wyoming, over the Togwotee Pass in the Teton National Forest and on down to Dubois, Wyoming.

          Thursday September 18 th ~

     Sang at the "Warm Valley Lodge" assisted living facility here in Dubois. Then continued east to Worland, Wyoming.

          Friday September 19 th ~

     Ministered at the "Worland Healthcare & Rehab Center" for a large group in their small foyer, then over to the "Beehive" assisted living home where I was able to share with three residents and two staff members.

          Saturday September 20 th ~

     A long drive today. Through northeast Wyoming on into South Dakota.

          Sunday September 21 st ~

     Attended the Baptist church in Redfield, South Dakota where I was given the honor of leading the song service.

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Yours in Christ, Larry

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

September 15, 2014

Greetings,
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   "Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You give a tenth of your spices--mint, dill and cumin. But you have neglected the more important matters of the law--justice, mercy and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former. You blind guides! You strain out a gnat but swallow a camel.
Matthew 23:23, 24

          Monday September 8 th ~

     In Eureka, California I published the newsletter from the First Covenant Church. Sang at the "Seaview" nursing home. Then drove south to Ukiah, California to hookup with long time friends.

          Tuesday September 9 th ~

     Breakfast with my friends Fred, Dennis and his parents.

     After saying my thank you's and goodbye's, I headed east crossing the coastal mountain range, on through the Sacramento Valley, up into the Tahoe National Forest.

          Wednesday September 10 th ~

     Crossed into Nevada to the town of Fallon where I was able to minister at "The Homestead" senior living & memory care facility.

          Thursday September 11 th ~

     Drove to Winnemucca, Nevada and sang at the "Harmony Manor" for a wonderful group of folks. Several of whom remembered me from previous years.

          Friday September 12 th ~

     Continued east to Battle Mountain, Nevada where I had the privilege of sharing in the Hospital's Long Term Care section. There was a person visiting a family member who displayed a mocking attitude in the beginning, but by the end I noticed a countenance change with red-rimmed eyes. Seems like the Holy Spirit might have touched this person. Hope & Pray!

          Saturday September 13 th ~

     Drove northeast a couple of hundred miles to American Falls, Idaho where I parked for the night at the "Willow Bay Baptist" church.

          Sunday September 14 th ~

     Attended an early service with the Lutheran congregation which shares this building. Then at the Baptist service I was given the honor of leading the song service.

     

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Yours in Christ, Larry

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

September 8, 2014

Greetings,
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   "And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions.
Joel 2:28

          Monday September 1 st ~

     Parked at the "Restoration Worship Center" in Bandon, Oregon where I published the newsletter from their wifi this morning. Then got over to the "Pacific View" facility where I was able to sing in the Memory Care section for twelve residents.

          Tuesday September 2 nd ~

     Ministered in the assisted living section of "Pacific View" for a large group, then drove to Brookings, Oregon.

          Wednesday September 3 rd ~

     Sang at the "Good Samaritan" nursing home in Brookings. The assistant activity director shared a concern she has that I'll ask us to pray about. Her and her husband have been blessed with a surprise pregnancy of a fifth child. Her concern is; carrying this soul to term at her age of forty-three.

          Thursday September 4 th ~

     Having crossed into California, I was able to minister at the "Crescent City Health & Rehab Center" for some folks.

          Friday September 5 th ~

     In Eureka, California I attended an early morning men's fellowship at the "First Covenant Church" where I've been able to park while in the area for many years now.

          Saturday September 6 th ~

     Ministered at "Ginger's Care Home" for three residents and Ginger.

          Sunday September 7 th ~

     Attended "Calvary Community Church" in Fields Landing where I was given the honor of sharing a few songs and testimony. Then some sweet time with pastor's Dennis & Daphany.

     

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Yours in Christ, Larry

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

September 1, 2014

Greetings,
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   My heart is not proud, LORD, my eyes are not haughty; I do not concern myself with great matters or things too wonderful for me. But I have calmed and quieted myself, I am like a weaned child with its mother; like a weaned child I am content.
Psalm 131:1, 2

          Monday August 25 th ~

     Sang at the Avemere nursing home in Coos Bay, Oregon.

          Tuesday August 26 th ~

     Ministered at the "Ocean Ridge" assisted living facility in Coos Bay for a pretty good size crowd, in a rather large dinning room. They had a high quality sound system which made it easy to be heard by all.

          Wednesday August 27 th ~

     Shared the gospel in song at the "Baycrest Village" for four residents and two staff members.

          Thursday August 28 th ~

     Said my goodbye's and drove to Bandon, Oregon where I hooked up with friends at the Restoration Church.

          Friday August 29 th ~

     Sang at the "West Wind Court" here in Bandon.

          Saturday August 30 th ~

     Spent time on the laptop uploading videos for use on the website. Click to See.

          Sunday August 31 st ~

     Attended services at the "Restoration Worship Center" here in Bandon where I enjoyed the honor of sharing a bit in song and testimony.

     

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Yours in Christ, Larry

P.S.    To God be the Glory!

August 25, 2014

Greetings,
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   Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Matthew 5:4

          Monday August 18 th ~

     Published from the Foursquare church here in Reedsport, Oregon and said goodbye to some long-time friends.

          Tuesday August 19 th ~

     Sang at the "Harmony House" residential care home in Winchester Bay for two residents and one staff member.

          Wednesday August 20 th ~

     At the "Inland Point" assisted living facility in North Bend, Oregon I was ministering for the folks when the charge nurse walked up and started harmonizing with me. She has a beautiful singing voice and joined in for several songs.

          Thursday August 21 st ~

     Laundry day.

          Friday August 22 nd ~

     Sang at the "Life Care Center of Coos Bay" for a large group of folks. One of the men became very emotional during one of the songs, which moved the activity director (Sandy) to go over to hug and comfort him. Touching!

          Saturday August 23 rd ~

     Finished the editing work on one of the songs "Rock of Ages". Click to hear.

          Sunday August 24 th ~

     Attended worship services at the Nazarene church here in North Bend where I enjoyed the honor of sharing a couple of songs and testimony about the ministry. Then joined them at Sunset Beach (ten miles away) for an afternoon of fellowship and pot-luck meal with the whole congregation. 

    

And so begins another week.

May The Lord Our God
Guard, Guide And Direct You.
In The Name Of Jesus. Amen!

Yours in Christ, Larry

P.S.    To God be the Glory!