May 5, 2015

Greetings,
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   Do you not know? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Isaiah 40:28-31

          Monday April 27 th ~

     After running some errands in town (Grinnell, Iowa) I got over to a Sister's house to publish the newsletter, do laundry, get a shower and enjoy a delicious dinner with old friends.

          Tuesday April 28 th ~

     One of the back tires on the van was getting some bald spots on the tread. A dear Sister with connections to a Shop in town arranged for a new tire as a donation. Sweet!

     Sang at the "Windsor Manor" assisted living facility here in Grinnell for a lovely group of folks. One of the residents shared an awesome observation. She said, "This is the first time I've heard the word of the Lord since I've been here."

     The Spirit must have been moving mightily because the activity director was crying as she came up to me afterwords, gave me a big hug and said, "This touched my heart."

          Wednesday April 29 th ~

     Crossed the border into Wisconsin and stopped in Shullsburg to sing at their small nursing home.

     Got an email from a Sister in Alabama. With her permission I thought I'd share it with y'all.

     Larry, Just listened to What A Friend We Have In Jesus. That was my mothers (Carmen) favorite song. She used to play it on the piano & we would all sing along. Mother passed away on Easter morning (2003) while Tom & I were in sunrise services & she appeared to me in her young body. What a glorious confirmation of life for eternity.

         
          Thursday April 30 th ~

     Made it to "Inspiration Ministries" in southern Wisconsin where as in previous years I've been given the use of one of their cabins.

     I.M. is a non-profit, faith bases facility with residents of all ages suffering from physical and or mental disabilities. Located at the junction of two rural highways, they have a thrift store and workshop which some of the residents work in.

     In the back wooded area of the property there is a large Conference Center and a number of all-season-cabins spread about. There's an area with several RV hookups which I'm able to park at.

     So today I unpacked the recording equipment and sat up the TRS (temporary recording studio) and started working on "The Old Rugged Cross".

          Friday May 1 st ~

     At Inspiration Ministries' Friday morning Devotion time I was given the opportunity to share some songs and a report on the Australian Mission. Then an afternoon doing more recording work.

          Saturday May 2 nd ~

     Morning recording work, then walked to the front of the property to join the folks for CMA's (Christian Motorcycle Association) annual event. About 140 members came here this year to grill hamburgers & hotdogs and take residents for rides on their bikes. Festive!

          Sunday May 3 rd ~

     Attended worship services at the "Living Word Assembly of God" church in Delavan, Wisconsin where I was given the honor of sharing during their Sermon time. Then joined most of the congregation at the Pastor's house for lunch and fellowship.

    
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!