the Holy Spirit and trusting the Father

I'm learning how to trust the Lord, again.

The Lord shut a door in my life on Friday. A door that I've wanted to close for a while, but that I was afraid to close myself.

Last Sunday I went to the altar and begged the Lord to do "something." And in less than a week He did. It wasn't the way I thought it would look, but it's closed.

Yesterday we learned about the Holy Spirit's role in prayer. And there's something my pastor repeated several times.
If you ask for a fish, He won't give you a scorpion.

The first of many. . .

Yesterday was an amazing day. Crystal looked beautiful, of course. Lots of family and friends. Fun times had by all. But, a little sad too since they will be going straight to Virginia from the airport. Lots of tears, but such a blessing to see them together. Hasn't quite sunk in that she's married!

Here's the first of many pictures to come I'm sure. . .


Crystal and I right before the ceremony started, I think?

Girls Night Out!

Crystal's Bachelorette Party was Saturday night.

We had a nice meal at Cobb Lane. Follow up by Edgar's chocolate cake. . . what else? And then on to Twist and Shout-a dueling piano bar here in Birmingham.

Of course there was something to embarrass her, and lots of laughs along the way.


Crystal and I at Twist and Shout


Crystal with Brooke and Krisha, two of her bridesmaids


me and Brooke

Mercy Is Yours

I heard a song yesterday in church, and the lyrics are still on my heart, such a picture of grace. I can't find the full set of lyrics, but I do remember the chorus, so here it is. . .

Not guilty anymore
by Aaron Keyes

You're not guilty anymore.
You're not filthy anymore.
I love you. Mercy is yours.

You're not broken anymore.
You're not captive anymore.
I love you. Mercy is yours.