2Dec 08
The Beginning of a New Year
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Thanksgiving weekend, our family had the joy of spending several days with the Staddons. Each day was full of creative fun and joyous adventures as everyone strove to make the most of every moment and finding that things are ‘more fun with everyone.’
Friday morning was a highlight of the week. Dad and Mr. Staddon promised a very unique wisdom search. With anticipation, everyone gathered in the family room, Bibles in hand. For over two hours, we were renewed as both Mr. 
Staddon & Dad lead us in what should be a yearly Thanksgiving tradition for all families.
On Thanksgiving Day, Mr. Staddon had Reviewed a list of accomplishments the Lord graciously allowed them to complete over the course of the past year.
On this special morning, the Need was made clear: the world is crying out for light. When a closet door is opened, the darkness is not what spills out but rather the 
light pours in vanquishing the darkness. We were made aware once again of the current state of our country. Throughout history, never has a nation been at the verge of great revival than when faced with economical, family, health, and government crisis.
We were then Reminded of the power that lies in a one accord family submitted to Christ. This is maintained through regular times of confessing sin 
and asking one another what is the true state of our hearts.
Finally, everyone was asked to take a moment and share the activities, pursuits, and Visions that ‘bring joy’ which we would like to be involved with as this ‘New Year’ begins. Creative ministry opportunities and ideas were given. We look forward with great joy & anticipation for what God will do between now and next Thanksgiving!
Wow thanks for documenting that wonderful time. These are things to remember as we plan and move into the next year. You never know what could happen in a day… what an opportunity we have with a whole year ahead! May Jesus Christ be praised!
I heartily agree, Josh! Your family definitely brought us much joy during this visit. I was so blessed by the fellowship and encouragement together over the weekend and came away challenged by that unique Wisdom Search. May God abundantly fulfill the vision He has given you for the New Year!
How fun!! Thank you for sharing your Thanksgiving day experiences, Josh! What a wonderful way to spend Thanksgiving morning!
This really was an awsome visit and I look forward till the visits to come!!
Thank you for coming to visit! It was so refreshing to spend time with your family. Lord willing it will not be too long before next time. Until then, keep on seeking the Lord!
What a blessing it is to be around and encouraged by like minded families! May we all continue to seek the Lord with our whole hearts.
Well Joshua thou didst an excellent job journaling, recording, verifying, collaborating, remembering, writing, communicating, starting, continuing, and at the end concluding. Thank you also for choosing, selecting and combining…. the other description are not coming to mind……. they definitely are not…maybe they’ll arrive soon…maybe…maybe not!