I Have So Little Faith Sometimes

It is a good thing my husband has enough faith for both of us!

When we moved into the house, Jason made it clear that we would begin our tithe at our new church almost immediately.  I wanted to wait a few months until I was sure we could pay all of our bills first.   But Jason took the lead and said he that there was nothing to wait for.  The money belongs to God, and He gets his first.

So for the last few months with a half joyful and half worried heart, I have followed my husband's lead and given.  Each paycheck, I watch my husband, with a FULLY joyful heart, write his check and give on Sunday mornings.  I love that he has that faith, but my flesh still worries each time--just a little bit.  Not Jason--he KNOWS God is in control.  (I probably would have been standing next to Thomas asking to see the scars).  

Well early this week, our electric bill arrived.  It is $100 more than last month.  My mind started worrying.  I mean we are in Texas and it is June, so we knew it was coming but I still cringed!  Jason said not to worry that it will all work out.  Easy for him to say...I look at the checkbook each day and see the balance going lower and lower.  

Finally two days ago, I mentioned my worries to Jason.  My mind was really thinking that tithing would have to suffer this month.  But before I could even voice my opinion, Jason made it clear that would not be an option.  I secretly thought that I could skip writing my full check without telling him.  I was worried about getting through the next week with gas, groceries, and sending Holden to camp with lots of junk food.  Jason refused to worry and just to be faithful.  He said again, "God's got it under control."  It is really annoying sometimes....UNTIL I see the proof....which came yesterday.

Yesterday I got the email with our phone bill.  It was ONLY $36!!!  I knew something had to be wrong.  Our phone bill contains the internet and satellite, so it is regularly over $150 a month!  Why was it only $36???  I looked at the bill details and somehow I had over paid the month before!!!  So the difference will more than make up for the increase in the electric bill!  When I told Jason, he simply said, "I told you God was in control."    

Jesus said in Revelation 3:15-16

"I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot.  I wish you were either one or the other!  So because you are lukewarm--neither hot nor cold---I am about to spit you out of my mouth."  

I confess that I am lukewarm in this area, but I am blessed to have a husband who is hot!  

Quick Car Quote

Last week on two different occasions, Holden and I were driving home, and out of the blue, he told me I have a pretty smile.  

I am writing this not to brag on the beauty of my smile  :)  but just to have it documented so I don't ever forget my sweet boy's compliment.

Summer 2008--Part 1

Holden got a new toy today from Nana.  It is called a Ripstick.

The newest form of a skateboard with only two wheels!!  

Tomorrow we are gonna go out and make his first attempt at making it go.  He has knee and elbow pads and wrist guard, and he knows he looks so cool when he has it all on.

As we begin our second week of summer vacation, we are really having a good time!  Things are going very smoothly.  Last week Holden went to baseball camp at the high school, and next week he goes to church camp for the whole week!!!  Last year he was only gone for 3 nights.  Last year when he went to camp he was so excited, but this year I don't think it has sunk in yet that he is leaving next week.  I am so excited for him!  

We are not going to go on a big family vacation this year, but we are going to enjoy our new home!  This summer is much easier on Holden because he isn't cramped in a little apartment with just me for three months.  He has Travis across the street, and he has made some really good friends at church!  I couldn't be happier about how he has adjusted to our new life in our new home.  

There are all kinds of fabulous changes going on for our family.  Jason has gotten a much earned promotion!  (I told you he has an amazing work ethic!)  I have accepted a teaching position MUCH closer to home!  I will be teaching 5th grade next year.  I am excited about being home earlier for Holden next year.  

I am also going to facilitate a women's bible study this summer.  I am excited about reading a book by Elizabeth George  A Woman After God's Own Heart.  I am definitely no expert in this area, but knew that I would be held accountable if I am meeting with women weekly to discuss the book!  I knew God is going to do BIG things through this opportunity.  I can't wait to meet new women from church!

I will update our summer as the weeks go by....Stay Tuned!!1

Lord Holden Ivy

Friday  night, Jason and I surprised Holden with a trip to Medieval Times to celebrate his TAKS scores!!!

Fourth grade students in Texas are required to take 3 tests.  Reading, Math and Writing.

Our son received 100% on ALL THREE tests!!!  That is a huge accomplishment!!!  We are so proud!!!

Holden was knighted by the king and had a blast!!!

Click on the pictures and you can see them much better!!!