12Feb 10
Encouraged!!
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“…..but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life (Pr 13:12 ).”
The long awaited moment had come! Numerous obstacles had arisen, plans changed, opportunities to rejoice abounded, but when at last our van pulled into the driveway of the Stelzl’s home, a season of inspiration and encouragement 
began!
Though the North Carolina skies stood full of thick, dark clouds and heavy rains were just beginning to fall, spirits were lifted & warmed as the fellowship began: laughing together, making meals, cleaning up the dishes, catching up on each others lives, playing games, and even sharing goals for the new year!
Reports were heard on how the Lord is opening doors for the Stelzl family to disciple others in their local community! How? Through faithfully studying the Word of God and strengthening their relationships with Him, they are equipped to give an answer to a watching world – praise the Lord!
During family devotions the next morning, Mr. Stelzl asked everyone to share how the Lord has been working in our lives. We heard testimonies on listening to the Lord, hospitality, discipleship, and how God’s Word is changing hearts.
Thank you Stelzl family for being a living testimony of hospitality. We felt right at home! May the Lord use the work He is doing in your family as a means of encouraging and discipling many more.
The desire came and it was a tree of life indeed!
Thank you Stelzl Team! We did really enjoy our time and we felt right at home.
Can’t wait till the next time!
What Mr. Stelzl shared about the dynamic potential of a family who opens their home up to share the love of Christ with those the Lord brings along the way left an impact on quite a few in our family! What added to the message was the works which accompanied – Thank you Stelzl Team!
It finally happened! We were able to make it to the Stelzl’s home! What a great time it was from the settler’s game to the encouraging wisdom searches. I have to say that throwing snow balls would of just topped it off. God had other plans though by sending the rain.
Seeing the pictures of the famed backpacking trip, and the video clips was also an excellent addition.
We look forward to the next time!
What a joyous time we had!! We felt so at home with you all. Thank you for your wonderful hospitality.
We have made both types of coffee cakes since arriving home. Hmmmm…. they are soooo good. Thank you for sharing the recipes with us!!
We give a hearty amen to your comments about the Stelzel’s excellent demonstration of hospitality. They made us feel right at home and we learned some tips that will help us be better hosts and hostesses.