3 WELLS

LAST SUNDAY CHURCH NOTES

WELL, WELL, WELL
Genesis 26:19-22

Also Isaac's servants dug in the valley,

and found a well of running water there.

But the herdsmen of Gerar quarreled with Isaac's herdsmen,

saying "The water is ours."

So he called the name of the well Esek (quarrel),

because they quarreled with him.

Then they dug another well and they quarreled over that one also.

So he called its name Sitnah (enmity).

And he moved from there and dug another well,

and they did not quarrel over it.

So he called its name Rehoboth (spaciousness),

because he said, "For now the LORD has made room for us,

and we shall be fruitful in the land."

A WELL

is a symbol of God's blessings...

Even though Isaac had already received God's blessings,

"I will bless you and multiply your descendants

for my servant Abraham's sake," (Gen. 26:24)

He still had to dig the wells.

GOD'S PROMISES ARE TRUE...

But we still have to dig the wells.

GETTING CAUGHT UP!

SUMMER CATCH-UP

Coming for July:

Charlie in Jacksonville

Coming for August:

Happy Anniversary...

Elizabeth & Jimmy

Matt & Amanda

Charlie & Femmy

Happy Anniversary - Jonathan & Bekah

June 19

CAN YOU BELIEVE IT!

5 YEARS...

JUST SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY...

NOT REALLY!

WE ARE PROUD OF YOU BOTH...

THE BEST IS GETTING BETTER!

JUNE 15 - Bekah's Birthday

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BEKAH!

WE ARE REMEMBERING BACK

WHEN YOU FIRST CAME TO VISIT...

YOU WERE A BLESSING,

THE FIRST OF MANY TO COME!

WE LOVE YOU

AND ARE SO THANKFUL

TO HAVE YOU IN OUR FAMILY!

FAITH or FEAR - Gen. 12

LAST SUNDAY AT CHURCH

Notes from Pastor Dave...

Genesis 12 -

God gave promises to Abram:

I WILL - show you.

I WILL - make you.

I WILL - bless you.

I WILL - bless those

(who bless you).

I WILL - curse those

(who curse you).

But when Abram went down to Egypt,

he experienced fear.

THEY WILL - kill me

THEY WILL - let you live.

FAITH = I WILL.

FEAR = THEY WILL

FAITH = BE A BLESSING

(to many)

FEAR = BE A CURSE

(to many)

And in you all the families

of the earth

shall be blessed.

Genesis 12:3

2 SISTERS IN FLORIDA

LAST JUNE

my two sisters came to visit us!

Carol & Sandi

were here for a few days.

We had dinner in Tarpon Springs

at Capt. Jack's.

We went to the

Botanical Gardens.

We visited

The Pier

in St. Petersburg.

Thanks for the fun time Carol & Sandi!

Nav Conference

Navigators have invested in people

for over 75 years,

coming alongside them one to one

to study the Bible,

develop a deepening prayer life,

memorize and apply Scripture.

The Navigators is dedicated

to helping people navigate spiritually,

to know Christ and to make Him known

as they look to Him and His Word

to chart their lives.

The ultimate goal is to equip them

to fulfill 2 Timothy 2:2—

to teach what they have learned to others.

Steve & Cynthia Haynes

Steve invited us to a local Navigator conference.

We were excited to join the event

and were not disappointed.

"Living Among The Lost" was the theme and the challenge to connect to the "not-yet-Christians" in our community. see my notes

Thank you, Steve for inviting us!

3:10 to Yuma

Femmy's Surprise Trip To:

YUMA!

Femmy received a surprise present from

Elizabeth & Jimmy

A ticket to visit them in Yuma.

Femmy was on Spring Break from teaching,

so it worked out great!

She had a wonderful time!

Thanks Liz & Jimmy!!!

Time To Clean Our Screen!

Clean Up Your Computer Screen - click on the above picture!

Volunteering At Innisbrook PGA

Operation Par

does the volunteer marshalling for Hole 5.

Sometimes I will be at the Tee.

Othertime I will be on the Green.

Our Job:

To help prevent distractions to the golfers!

There is usually a large crowd.

And of course, enjoy the beautiful landscape.

Imagine, getting to enjoy a day in these surroundings!

A Memorial To My Brother - Gary...

BROTHERS IN VIETNAM TOGETHER

Gary (on left) Charles (on right)

What is a brother's place in a family?

To a younger brother or sister, he may be a guide to help traverse the complicated path of growing up.

To an older brother, a little brother may be seen as a tag along and pain in the neck.

As much as siblings squabble when they are young, this is not a sign that they do not love each other.

Most siblings would lay down their life for each other if someone threatened their sibling.

As children grow up they usually find it easier to get along and relate to each other in rewarding ways.

Gary was gone far too long before I knew it.

Here's To Our Health...

THANKS CONNIE!

WE HAVE KNOWN

Connie & Gar

for almost 10 years...

THEY HAVE BEEN TAKING

nutritional products

for the past several years

with wonderful health benefits.

WE ATTENDED

an information presentation this past week.

We were very impressed with the information

and decided to use these products daily.

We will let you know how they work for us!

Happy Birthday Jimmy!

JIMMY

Happy Birthday!!!

to a super son...

Love,

Mom & Dad Allen

Safety Harbor - Seafood Festival!

This is where we went on Saturday!
We decided to take in a festival

and enjoy the sun, the music, and the crafts.

A Fun Day!
(wish you could have been here)

AIN'T - a poem from my Aunt Rita

Ain't

He was just a little boy,

On a week's first day.

Wandering home from Bible School,

And dawdling on the way.

He scuffed his shoes into the grass;

He even found a caterpillar.

He found a fluffy milkweed pod,

And blew out all the 'filler'.

A bird's nest in a tree overhead,

So wisely placed up so high,

Was just another wonder

That caught his eager eye.

A neighbor watched his zig zag course,

And hailed him from his lawn,

Asking him where he'd been that day

And what was going on.

"I've been to Bible School",

He said and turned a piece of sod.

He picked up a wiggly worm replying,

"I've learned a lot about God".

"Hmm, fine way," the neighbor said,

For a boy to spend his time."

"If you tell me where God is,

I'll give you a brand new dime."

Quick as a flash the answer came,

Nor were his accents faint.

"I'll give you a dollar, Mister,

If you can tell me where God ain't!"

Take Me Out To The Ballgame!

A FEW MILES DRIVE

and I was at Dunedin stadium,
spring training stadium for the Blue Jays.

I enjoyed relaxing and watching a ballgame.

Spring Training Game: Blue Jays vs Yankees

Yankees won!

Friends of Israel

Friends of Israel

Our mission is focused in three vital areas:

1. Making Christ Known

through the clear proclamation of the gospel,

2. Educating the Jewish

and Gentile communities

about biblical truths

relating to God’s enduring program

for the Chosen People and the church,

3. Edifying Believers

through encouragement and assistance

in building effective ministries."

Charlie & Femmy enjoyed lunch & fellowship

with the local Friends of Israel group

and were reminded of God's purposes and plans!

Pray for the peace of Israel.

Botanical Birthday

What a great place to spend the day!

Watch Out For The Alligator!

The Sun Was Shining...

It Was Uplifting To See God's Creation!

And yes, it was my birthday... Charlie

Notes from Church

I Can Do

All Things Through Christ

Who Strengthens Me!

Phil. 4:13

I CAN

Bear any trial...

Perform any duty...

Subdue any evil propensity...

Meet all the temptations of life's experiences!

I CAN

Through Christ Who Strengthens Me!

NOT

By my ability...

NOT

By my strength of body or mind!

I CAN

Through Christ Who Strengthens Me!

conclusion...

I need not sink under any trial!

I need not yield to any temptation!

I need not be harassed by any thoughts or desires!

I need not dread what is to come!

Happy Valentine's Day Sweetheart!

Sweetheart, Happy Valentine's Day!

because of you...

I laugh,

I smile,

I dare to dream again.

I look forward to spending

the rest of my life with you,

caring for you,

nurturing you,

being there for you in all life.

I Love You!

A Tribute To Stan - his favorite poem

I Am A Poor Sinner,

And Nothing At All

But Jesus Christ Is My All In All

Jack the converted huckster who used to sing,

"I'm a poor sinner, and nothing at all,

But Jesus Christ is my all in all."

Those who knew him were astonished

at his constant composure.

They had a world of doubts and fears,

and so they asked him why he never doubted.

"Well," he said,

"I can't doubt but that I am a poor sinner,

and nothing at all,

for I know that, and feel it every day.

And why should I doubt

that Jesus Christ is my all in all?

for He says He is."

"Oh!" said his questioner,

"I have my ups and downs."

"I don't," said Jack;

"I can never go up,

for in myself I am a poor sinner,

and nothing at all;

and I cannot go down,

for Jesus Christ is my all in all."

Jack wanted to join the church,

and they said

he must tell his conversion experience.

He said,

"All my experience is that I am a poor sinner,

and nothing at all,

and Jesus Christ is my all in all."

"Well," they said,

"when you come before the church-meeting,

the minister may ask you questions."

"I can't help it," said Jack,

"all I know I will tell you;

and this is all I know-
I'm a poor sinner, and nothing at all,

But Jesus Christ is my all in all."

He was admitted into the church,

and continued with the brethren,

walking in holiness;

but that was still all his experience,

and you could not get him beyond it.

"Why," said one brother,

"I sometimes feel so full of grace,

I feel so advanced in sanctification,

that I begin to be very happy."

"I never do," said Jack;

"I am a poor sinner, and nothing at all."

"But then," said the other,

"I go down again, and think I am not saved,

because I am not as sanctified as I used to be."

"But I never doubt my salvation," said Jack,

"because Jesus Christ is my all in all,

and He never alters."

by Charles Spurgeon

Happy Birthday Amanda!

Did Somebody Say Birthday?

Another Year Of Laughter

Another Year of Joy and Fun,

Surprises, Love, and Happiness.

And When Your Birthday's Done,

I Hope You Feel Deep In Your Heart,

How Much You Mean To Us!

We Love You Amanda,

Mom & Dad Allen