the abundant life (on a farm in Winnipeg)

I love the King James Version of John 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. Jesus came to bring the abundant life. Thinking of American culture I wonder if we’re off on his idea of abundance. This past summer I spent some time farming with my brother-in-law and his family in Winnipeg. Darrell grew up farming, but now he has a day job but he still... Read The Rest →

worship confessional 10-14-2007

Worship was great this past Sunday. We got off to a late start on our practice, but that didn’t hold us back. The set reminded us that Christ is our daily bread and He is the very word spoken in our lives. The sermon – A Life Worthy: Studies in Colossians We pray…that you may live a life worthy of the Lord…. Col. 1:10 Set list: Be Thou My Vision (traditional) by Eleanor Henrietta Hull and Mary Elizabeth Byrne – Key: D In Christ Alone by Keith Getty and Stuart... Read The Rest →

ember

It’s 9:57 pm. I’m sitting on my patio, next to a fire that’s almost out. The fire is still really hot with lots of glowing but no large flames – follow me? I can hear the crickets and the distant traffic and have heard several trains blowing their horns. I love fires and the sound of trains. It’s really peaceful right now, almost no wind and the sky is clear. It’s a cool night, so sitting by a fire is perfect. There’s something about the smell, sound and warmth of... Read The Rest →

brothers of influence

In reflecting on this past year, I realized that some of my brothers have really helped me along on my journey of life and faith. My friend Jimmy encouraged me yesterday that things will happen for me in God’s time, and that I don’t need to worry about my resume looking good because that’s not what it’s about. He’s a good friend. He is always there for me and has so much compassion. I was sharing some fears to my friend Ben the other day, about how I have this... Read The Rest →

& plans (it's OK not to be safe part 3 of 5)">lightning & plans (it's OK not to be safe part 3 of 5)

Tonight was “daddy night.” Here’s the official Foester Family definition of “daddy night” – Lib goes out for the night and leaves the 3 little ones to me, it’s that simple. I look forward to daddy night. My kids are fun and I love to hang with them. And they still think I’m cool, which is an added bonus. Being the thinker, I usually have a plan for “daddy night”. Here was tonight’s plan… dinner building block lesson (Eli the little engineer gives me a lesson) wrestling movie time (Toy... Read The Rest →

the ultimate convenience

the ultimate convenience?   really? read on… These are the kinds of things you notice with your third kid. With the first I was all uptight. The third? not so much. While changing Silas, who is 5 months old…I noticed this. This is just crazy, I begin reading the package on the Kirkland “Signature” Baby Wipes (from Costco of course!)…and the description on the back is just incredible. I promise you I am not making any of this up: Kirkland Signature Premium Baby Wipes are made with a thick, quilted,... Read The Rest →

& devotion from 2 respected elders">prayer & devotion from 2 respected elders

I attend a Christian business man’s breakfast sponsored by Friendship Ministries.  It’s led by Dr. Russ Cadle.  Russ is a gifted teacher and he has a way to inspire men to live for God.  He’s honest, which I respect. Today after breakfast I shared my journey and asked him to pray for me.  He layed hands on my and said a prayer that really encouraged my spirit. He prayed that God would surprise me with an answer relating to what I feel God is asking me to be (or do... Read The Rest →

sharing a meal with eric – a simple act of worship

Ben and I had the chance to take Eric to lunch today. Eric is down and out, he has no money and is homeless. We had a good time talking with Eric and sharing a meal with him. We got rejected 5 times before we found someone that was willing to join us. One guy asked us for a cigarette, maybe next time I’ll buy a pack before hand. A couple of other guys were playing chess and just sort of laughed at us when we asked. One of the... Read The Rest →

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