4Feb 09
Families Living Heartily
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And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ. (Col. 3:23-24)
What a joy it is to be around those who are living their
lives in such a way so as to draw others to Christ and glorify God!
Such was the case for our family as we enjoyed a refreshing weekend with the Neely Team. Their willingness to live by faith, take God at His Word, and joyously reach out to those they come in contact with is of great inspiration!
One thing that encourages us about the Neelys is their enthusiasm in using what
they have been entrusted with (abilities, personalities, aptitudes) as a way to glorify God, bless others, and produce joy. You can’t help but be happy when
with the Neely Team! They have decided to bloom where God has planted them and abundant is their fruit.
The Lord has called each one of us to varying but specific works. Some are the hands of the body of Christ (1Cor. 12:20-23), others the feet, the eyes, or perhaps the muscle.
Families all across the world have been Providentially placed into specific locations by the Lord unto the proclamation of His ways. How important it is that we heartily do all things as unto the Lord! For therein will we have joy unspeakable and full of glory (1Pet. 1:8).

I was blessed indeed by the way they are faithfully blooming where God has planted them. What a refreshment our time together was!
is one of a kind indeed!
The ‘Sheridan Hills Bed & Breakfast’
Thank you Neely Team for such a wonderful visit!!
You all are such an encouragement and inspiration.
Wow! What a happy time! And its no wonder at all! Isn’t it amazing “what a fellowship and joy divine” can result from wisely building families on the rock of Jesus Christ!
I agree Jenny! They are such an encouragement and inspiration. This has been the best visit in 2009 so far.
That was such a refreshing and encouraging weekend!
Yep, I remember what an encouragement it was to meet all the Neelys at the FEW weekend last summer.