Monthly Archives: October 2009

Proffit’s Grove Meeting Ended Well

The Lord answered prayer and moved in power last evening. A precious soul was saved and many hearts were helped through the preaching of the Word of God. I praise the Lord for being so faithful to honor His Word … Continue reading

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Good Meeting At Proffit’s Grove

The Lord has truly us this week at Proffit’s Grove Baptist Church. The services have been well attended and the Lord has met with us each evening. I praise Him for all that He has done and I look forward … Continue reading

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It’s Tuesday, and I Am…Tired!

Our family gathered with a couple of hundred friends for the graveside services for Johanna Raye Carswell. The service went well, Christ was exalted and our hearts were encouraged. God has been so gracious to us during these difficult days … Continue reading

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Funeral At 2:00 PM Today

We will have a graveside service this afternoon at 2:00 PM at Blue Ridge Memorial Park Cemetery here in Lenoir. Please remember the family as we gather with our friends to lay the body of our granddaughter to rest. I want to … Continue reading

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Johanna Plus One

Yesterday, we both met and said goodbye to our granddaughter Johanna Raye Carswell. In her birth we saw the Lord answer several specific prayers; in her death we have experienced His all-sufficient, amazing grace. Our family has known about Johanna’s … Continue reading

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Johanna Raye Carswell

Johanna was born at 8:09 AM this morning. She weighed 3 pounds, 13 ounces, she was 16 inches long. She has a headful of curly black hair. Outwardly, she was perfect. Internally, her condition prevented her from staying with us … Continue reading

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Johanna Will Be Here Tomorrow

We have to meet Nikki and Chad at the hospital at 6:30 Am. Johanna will arrive shortly thereafter. We have no idea what she will face when she is born. All we know is that she is coming tomorrow; all … Continue reading

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Meeting At Grace Baptist Church And Other Stuff

I am preaching at Grace Baptist Church in Bethlehem, NC this week. The Pastor is Brother Marcus Benfield. We have been having a good week thus far. The people are receptive and friendly. The services have been free and I … Continue reading

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Good Meeting Last Night

The Lord helped us at Friendship Baptist Church here in Perry, FL last night. I preached from Hebrews 4:14-16 about Jesus Our Great Hugh Priest. The Lord honored His Word and I praise Him for that. Please continue to pray … Continue reading

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It’s Hot, Rainy And Humid In Florida

When I left home Sunday evening, it was a pleasant 60 degrees. When I arrived in Florida yesterday at 3:00 PM, it was a balmy 85. I like the cool temps better in North Carolina. I am here to preach … Continue reading

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