Resting in God

Greetings:

Only 17 days until Christ the Cornerstone Academy welcomes our students for the first year of ministry. Many things still to be done.

The Psalmist reminds us in Psalm 37: 3-6 to put our trust and confidence in the Lord. And to work at what He directs. We are reminded that our trust, delight, and commitment to the Lord will bring about what He purposes and plans.

Do I find myself worrying at times? Yes. Should I? No. I am learning each and every day of my life to rely upon God. It is not easy, but it is the best way.

Today, take the problem that is most pressing on your mind and heart and come to the Father with it. Let Him direct and soothe the concerns. Let Him develop the plan to accomplish His will.

For Kingdom Education,
Doc

The Two Commissions

Greetings:

I am starting to get settled in Laurinburg, NC. The house I am presently living in is out in the country. Last night as I was fixing dinner, I looked over and discovered a snake coming in under the storm door. I am seeing more wildlife now, guess they are getting used to me being here.

Christian Education is so vital for today. Many can't understand why they can't just trust the public schools to educate the minds of their children while having their church educate the hearts. It doesn't work that way. When God established the family, He gave the parents the mandate to raise and educate their children. He allows for others to come alongside and help them. However, we must be aware of who we allow alongside our families.

In Genesis 1:28, God established the Cultural Commission - where man is to learn about God's creation and be in control of it. We find God setting up for education, science and technology. He has called us to a Cultural Commission as well as the Great Commission. We must seek to establish our youth in a proper worldview. [A worldview is like a set of glasses - it is how we look at the world and everything in it.]

Colson and Pearcey in their work - How Now Shall We Live make the following statement.

The culture war is not about abortion, homosexual rights or the decline of public education. These are only skirmishes. The real war is a cosmic struggle between worldviews - between the Christian worldview and the various secular and spiritual worldviews arrayed against it. This is what we must understand if we are going to be effective both in evangelizing our world today and in transforming it to reflect the wisdom of the Creator.

Why do I seek to be a part of the Kingdom Education of students? Because if we as the church do not seek to train our youth in the Christian Worldview, the secular world will train them in their view. And have been for a while now. It is time for Christians to take back the ground we have surrendered to the enemy.

Continue to pray as we are working to establish Christ the Cornerstone Academy here at Stewartsville Baptist Church. May we follow the Master in all we do.

For Kingdom Education,
Doc

Joy's Wedding

Greetings:

Today our youngest daughter Joy got married. She married a fine Christian young man named Joel Guelzo. The days leading up to this event have been long and hectic. Today was long - but joyous. To see two young people with such bright futures come together before God and covenant their lives together was celebratory to say the least.

God has established helpmates for each of us. And when we find that one that God has prepared, it is a beautiful sight. Joel's uncle Rick and I were privileged to conduct the ceremony. We watched as two young people pledged their love to each other and covenanted before God to form a permanent union.

The reception was fun and uplifting. Stories were shared, hearts were bared, and souls were cared for. It is a pleasure to celebrate with those who know and follow the Lord.

Joel and Joy -- may God bless each day of your lives together.

For Kingdom Education,
Doc

I thank my God in all my remembrance of you... pt. 5

Greetings:

The students are gone. The classrooms lie silent. Final grading to do. Packing, putting away, and performing the final duties. Another year is over. Another group of students are moving on. Time of reflection - have I done my best? Have I sent them on prepared for the challenges of next year? Have I touched their hearts and souls for God? Have I ....?

As you reflect upon this year study the bad parts so that you can make things better, rejoice in the good parts - sometimes it seems they come far apart. Hold on to the memories of those who you have helped. Seek to prayerfully forgive those who hindered you, and pray for those you have hindered. Look back at the year and see how you have grown.

For all the Administration and staff at Montrose - thanks for being a great team this year.

In the Lower School at Montrose - Linda, Ashley, Stephanie, Judy, Dana, Donalda, Elisabeth, Janice, Arvina, Carol, Cheri, Emily, Teresa, Amber, David, Juan, Lauren, Laura, and Ruth..."I thank my God in all my remembrance of you...." (Phil. 1:3a)

For Kingdom Education,
Doc

(This concludes the daily postings for this year. I will psot on a periodic basis over the summer.)

I thank my God in all my remembrance of you... pt. 4

Greetings:

Today is the last day of school at Montrose. Tomorrow will be the last of my regular daily Musings. The year has gone by so fast - maybe because I am getting older, maybe because we took the ride together.

Phil 1:3a - "I thank my God in all my remembrance of you...."

Verse 7a of this passage speaks of why Paul could say what he did. It also speaks of why I can say what I am saying.

Each of you are in my heart. You are my partners. I will pray for you, and I covet your prayers for me. None of us know exactly what the future holds. I have often said that I really don't want to know because it would probably scare me to death.

Each of us knows Who holds the future and that should be enough. As the old saying goes, if you can't see His hand -- trust His heart. You and I are in His heart, and you are in my heart.

For Kingdom Education,
Doc