August 17, 2015

Greetings,
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   Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. This inheritance is kept in heaven for you, who through faith are shielded by God's power until the

coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time. In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith--of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire--may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed. Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls.

1 Peter 1:3-9

          Monday August 10 th ~

     Ministered at the "Terpening Terrace" retirement community in Eugene, Oregon for a wonderful group of folks. Most of them sang along, making numerous song request. Some current and past activity staff members were present which made for a Special time together.

          Tuesday August 11 th ~

     Drove west to the Oregon coast, on down to North Bend where folks at the Nazarene church graciously welcomed me with parking, laundry and shower privileges as in years past.

          Wednesday August 12 th ~

     Took care of some domestic chores and joined a group of men from the church for a fellowship luncheon.

          Thursday August 13 th ~

     A day off.

          Friday August 14 th ~

     Sang at the "Ocean Ridge" assisted living facility in Coos Bay. Enjoyed being treated to lunch with the residents, as well as a wonderful conversation with a lady at my table who is 102 years old.

          Saturday August 15 th ~

     Joined a group of folks who'd gathered to do some work on the church playground.

          Sunday August 16 th ~

     I was given the honor of presenting a Special during the morning service here at the Nazarene church in North Bend. Shared a report about the Australian Mission Trip and sang "It Is Well With My Soul".

     Got invited to lunch with the Pastor's Ron & Deb at their house, then back at the church, led a bunch of songs during the evening 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!