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Brothers and Sisters, I want to share a little about what is going on in my life. First and foremost, I ask for your prayers. In July of last year, I was helping my son with his lawn mowing business. While I was mowing a yard, I stepped in a hole and herniated 2 discs in my back. I have applied for disability, but that process can take up to 3 years. My wife is also on disability, so right now we are struggling to make ends meet on her income. God has been there all along, and we have watched him work in amazing ways. In July, just after I herniated my discs, we released our devotional that we had been working on for 3 years. That led to God using us to start Christ First Ministry. This ministry is new, and we are trying to get our name known. Besides the devotional God has also led us to release a book that helps you take notes in church and a prayer journal. Now we have started a line of Christian T-shirts. I have included links to all these items. If God leads you, we really could use your support. Link for devotional https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FHGGZ4C1 Link for Sermon Notes https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GH85923Y Link for Prayer Journal https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GHFGQT7K Link to Christian T-Shirts (before her disability my wife was a graphic designer). All designs have been created by her. https://tshirtmissionary.creator-spring.com Please share this post if you are led. Thank you Brett and Kelly

Sermon Notes: For the Glory of God Taking notes during sermons is a powerful way to stay engaged with God’s Word and to retain what the Holy Spirit is speaking through the message. Writing down key scriptures, main points, and personal reflections helps move the sermon from something we merely hear into something we actively process and apply. Notes also provide a valuable resource for later meditation, prayer, and discussion with others, allowing the message to continue bearing fruit long after the service ends. By revisiting sermon notes throughout the week, believers can better align their daily lives with biblical truth and grow in spiritual maturity. If you are like me I used to take notes on the back of the bulletin. now I have a place to keep all my notes together, if your pastor is doing a series you can keep the whole series together. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GH85923Y

Using a prayer journal is a meaningful way to deepen one’s prayer life and remain intentional in communication with God. Writing down prayers, scriptures, praises, and burdens helps bring clarity to the heart and focus to the mind during times of prayer. A journal also serves as a spiritual record, allowing believers to look back and see how God has answered prayers, provided guidance, and demonstrated His faithfulness over time. By consistently using a prayer journal, Christians can grow in gratitude, faith, and dependence on the Lord while developing a disciplined and reflective prayer habit. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GHFGQT7K

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Happy Thanksgiving Heavenly Father, We come before You with hearts full of gratitude on this day of Thanksgiving. Thank You for Your endless love, Your constant provision, and Your faithful presence in our lives. You are the giver of every good and perfect gift, and today we pause to recognize Your goodness. Lord, bless our families, our homes, and the food we receive. Help us to walk in unity, peace, and love. Fill our hearts with compassion for those who are hurting, lonely, or in need, and use us as instruments of Your kindness. Thank You for the blessings of this past year—the seen and the unseen. Thank You for strength in trials, hope in uncertainty, and joy that comes from knowing You. May our gratitude go beyond words and be reflected in the way we live. Let our lives bring honor to You every day. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.

30 Ways a Man Can Show a Woman He Loves Her 1. Pray with her and for her daily. 2. Listen attentively when she speaks. 3. Compliment her genuinely and often. 4. Hold her hand in public and private. 5. Write her love notes or messages. 6. Support her dreams and ambitions. 7. Spend quality time without distractions. 8. Surprise her with small thoughtful gestures. 9. Help with daily chores and responsibilities. 10. Apologize sincerely when wrong. 11. Protect her emotionally and physically. 12. Respect her opinions and decisions. 13. Speak kindly, even during disagreements. 14. Remember special dates like birthdays and anniversaries. 15. Encourage her in her faith journey. 16. Show affection through hugs and gentle touches. 17. Share your thoughts and feelings openly. 18. Be honest and trustworthy in all things. 19. Plan meaningful date nights together. 20. Include her in your future plans. 21. Be patient when she’s upset or stressed. 22. Express gratitude for all she does. 23. Pray over her and with her before major decisions. 24. Show interest in the things she loves. 25. Be her biggest cheerleader in every season. 26. Speak words of affirmation daily. 27. Laugh with her often — joy strengthens love. 28. Respect her boundaries and emotions. 29. Be consistent in love, not just emotional. 30. Lead with Christ-like humility and love

If you are a couch potato like me here are some ways to Glorify God while sitting on the couch. Glorifying God on the Couch Even while sitting at home on the couch, we can glorify God. Glorifying Him isn’t about where you are, but who you are in that moment. 1. Worship in Spirit Turn your couch into an altar. Lift your heart in praise and worship. “God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.” — John 4:24 2. Feed Your Soul Read a verse or meditate on God’s Word. “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” — Psalm 119:105 3. Pray for Others Use that time to intercede for friends, family, and those in need. “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” — James 5:16 4. Speak Life Send a word of encouragement to someone today. “Let everything you say be good and helpful.” — Ephesians 4:29 5. Reflect and Be Grateful Thank God for His goodness and faithfulness. “I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart.” — Psalm 9:1 6. Rest in Him Sometimes glorifying God means resting and trusting in His plan. “Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10 Even your attitude on the couch can glorify God if your heart is centered on Him. Every quiet moment

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After 3 years in the making the Lord finally finished his devotional through us. You can get a copy here https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=u6oYks8BoqAm3m94GFX8bgldLNtQ4FCOZoRaMd21G1n

Its taken 3 years but our devotional is finally done. You can order a copy here https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=u6oYks8BoqAm3m94GFX8bgldLNtQ4FCOZoRaMd21G1n

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It has taken my wife and I 3 years to finish this devotional. God was with us all the way. Just got published this week. https://www.amazon.com/Seasoned-Marriage-Devotional-next-season/dp/B0FHGGZ4C1/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1GPPX269D967O&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.zjBrOt-6jH3RyLsIPu4Zy0e6io2lriLOT8ifZnY9jmS3Bka9GrdmO90EuxES6pz1zC5dJroHwGiXCt_JQIleiSUc5bs6MFC_evvLIQtNF1lUSPJ_a50-XMayyAJumLyGKU9aSI0usveF_XBC2UTJbY0U2JtZkJ_3pykLIdT_8Bxrpr2TNth3jd_eq_B-jaSV6lP6BdL8rjT02vCueZL6uHmEkmCbQWnaJSv1ir5CM0I.BLbFhTmPv1DNCqieMwi-TwTciWdcwHsRUv3wkVq_EA0&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+seasoned+marriage&qid=1752781102&sprefix=the+seasoned+%2Caps%2C212&sr=8-2

God, My wife and I wrote a devotional for couples. It was just published and is now available here. https://www.amazon.com/Seasoned-Marriage-Devotional-next-season/dp/B0FHGGZ4C1/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1GPPX269D967O&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.zjBrOt-6jH3RyLsIPu4Zy0e6io2lriLOT8ifZnY9jmS3Bka9GrdmO90EuxES6pz1zC5dJroHwGiXCt_JQIleiSUc5bs6MFC_evvLIQtNF1lUSPJ_a50-XMayyAJumLyGKU9aSI0usveF_XBC2UTJbY0U2JtZkJ_3pykLIdT_8Bxrpr2TNth3jd_eq_B-jaSV6lP6BdL8rjT02vCueZL6uHmEkmCbQWnaJSv1ir5CM0I.BLbFhTmPv1DNCqieMwi-TwTciWdcwHsRUv3wkVq_EA0&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+seasoned+marriage&qid=1752781102&sprefix=the+seasoned+%2Caps%2C212&sr=8-2