You may have wondered where I was since you have not heard from me in awhile. Nan and I have been to the wedding of our youngest son Elijah and his bride Sierra. It was on the beautiful island of Kauai which is Sierra’s home. It was a beautiful jungle setting with flowers of all kinds but no snakes (Like Eden had). It reminded me of the garden wedding of Adam and Eve.
While there we also did many things things with our wider family such as a day on a catamaran sailing around the island. We also were treated to an hour helicopter flight over the island with no doors on. Sort of fun and terrifying in a way but good reminder that God is in charge. What a unique way to fly! I got pictures to prove it. :-)
Sunset on the Sleeping Giant Mountain.
Meanwhile back home the war in Ukraine was heating up in the East. Our family over there is safe with one in the US and the others coming this weekend. We have also adopted Ukrainian refuge who will be in church with us Sunday. Pray for the Ukrainian army as they deal with bloody battles in East Ukraine. The Russian army has taken over much area in the East. We are reminded that Jesus said (Mark 13) that in the last days there will be wars and rumors of wars. After that He will return. More later.
Guys, don’t forget Men’s and Boys Discipleship Breakfast this Saturday June 4th (8-9:30) in the foyer. Our own Dr. Ernest Zarra will talk about the new Woke culture that is sweeping our land and how Christians should respond. You might want to bring you wife along. They are most welcome. Dr. Z has written a book on the subject.
Pastor Mark