Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Loved into brotherhood...


I get up in the mornings and often look at one of my father's last pictures taken. Almost on a daily basis I ask the Lord to please let my father know I love and miss him. I can truly say dad is another reason I long to go to Heaven.

When I think of what my dad is doing, my mind goes back to the past three camp meetings dad spent at Beulah Grove Camp. The people loved dad, even though he may not have fit in a "church crowd mold" they accepted him. They looked past his worn leatherd face, and loved him into brotherhood.

Eternity will tell who took the time to be used of the Lord, when they obeyed, and where. I just thank God for faithful, brothers and sisters in the Lord who ministered to my father. I truly believe God used camp meeting to start a work that I often feared would never take place.

One month before my dad slipped into eternity, God deepened dad's walk. Many people testified to the difference in him. Dads own words were, "I'm not the same Jesse Butzer I used to be. I'm a new man." Dad had never read II Corinthians 5:17. He was a living testimony of it.

He's home, and someday I'm going home to see my Savior, my Heavenly Father, and my earthly dad! Thank you Lord that no one or nothing can separate us from your amazing love!!!

Friday, February 20, 2009

Chalk me up to 4 deer!

My boys said, "it just isn't right. We've spent hours upon hours in the woods hunting this year and end up with two deer each. You (mom) just take a spin down our road and get four!" Actually it was a pregnant doe (twins) and her older fawn. According to who you ask, (pro-life) I hit four, or (pro-choice) I hit two!
I want to thank the Lord He kept me safe in all this!


Memorial Dinner for the Miller Family

In Loving Memory of David Knepp
Ellen shared with us more about her father David Knepp and what her childhood was like growing up Amish. He surely cared about each of his children and touched many lives. He will be missed by many. He had given his life to the Lord Jesus Christ and I for one am looking forward to meeting him someday in heaven.
Mr. Mrs. David Knepp















Part of the Miller Family






Friday, February 13, 2009


I read an e-mail my mother had sent me this morning; it concluded with this statement. I really needed this reminder! Thanks Mom...I love you!


If God brings you to it,


He will bring you through it.


Happy moments, praise God.


Difficult moments, seek God.


Quiet moments, worship God.


Painful moments, trust God.


Every moment, thank God.


I'm seeking, worshiping, seeking, trusting, and thanking God.

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Power or no power...that is the question!

Just sitting here waiting for the power to go out!
My friend Sara is here for the evening and we are just waiting for those strong winds to pick up.
I think we'll grab a cup of hot tea and sit on the front porch and see what happens.
My husband has made his prediction. He's got the generator all ready to be hooked up and ran to town for some gas. (...and a hospital run) (...and a dessert run) (...and the library)

Monday, February 9, 2009

Pray for me today. - Rachael

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Sarah on the piano.
She's been driving us crazy playing the
silly songs with Larry!
We are excited to see a renewed interest in the piano.
Pray that she uses her talent for the Lord!
Matthew
By the way, he saw I had the camera out and
ran to his desk to look diligent!
Matthew has truly become the class clown!
Nathan
Who was being diligent!
God is really helping Nathan.
I am so proud of him and his work ethic.