December 8, 2014

Greetings,
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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!