Christians...at the Crossroads

Last week our family attended the "Christians at the Crossroads" conference in Georgia, which brought us just an hour or so away from my precious Aunt and Uncle.

The Lord used Uncle Biff and Aunt Jeanne to bring Eddie and me together. I guess we sure owe them a lot :)

They hosted us ALL for supper the night before the conference!

The tables were lovely.

The fellowhip was perfect.

Emma and Savannah always find a way to have fun!

Discussion time

CHRISTIANS... AT THE CROSSROADS

A conference which enlightened our family and refocused our vision.

We in America are truly at a crossroads. We are all aware that this out of control spending of fiat currency cannot last forever, yet as Christians, what is the "next step"?

At this inspiring convention, we were very much encouraged in this area.

A few things we brought away from this conference were to...

• Plan as a family for the future - both physically and spiritually. Have goals as a family in order to be proactive in confronting our culture for Christ
• Train our children (and ourselves!) to think beyond an entertainment based lifestyle - encourage a productive lifestyle instead
• Even and especially in the face of disaster, we have opportunities to impact our society for the kingdom of God.
• Children are a blessing from the Lord and the arrows that we send into the future for His kingdom
• Encourage our daughters, to give her heart, her time, and her talents to her father and his vision, and she will be ready to do the same for her dear husband
• Encourage our sons to be ready for marraige with a 200 year plan for their own progeny
• Ensure that all entertainment is compatable with the vision God has given your family and not detracting from it
• Encourage siblings to work together in harmony

"Where there is no vision, the people perish..." Prov. 29:18

In the event of an economic collapse...

• Stay out of big cities
• Be as self sufficient as possible (see my friend Tracy's site www.mannamakers.com)
• Get out of debt

"Reedeeming the Time Because the Days are Evil..." Eph 5:16

This is such a powerful picture.

The entire Botkin family shared their family vision with us. All were well spoken, well educated, professional team members.

Although the family was dealing with sickness, and surely felt like staying in bed that day, they persevered! This dedication showed us the depth of their concern in getting out the message God had laid on their hearts.

So sweet

Emma Jane diligently "reads" the scriptures

CJ and Rose contentedly occupy themselves during the loooong sessions

Eddie and Pete consult with Mr. Botkin

Rose gets a "consultation" of her own...with Mama

Good fellowship over good food!

We met many new friends and met up with many we already knew

Sarah and her penpal, Mandy

Sweet Maidens of virtue

They're growing up!

Our family...in th front row!

At the first we sat here becasue this was the only place we could sit together - it was crowded! After a while, though, we really enjoyed being "right there". We could better appreciate the content.

Mrs. Weathers and I had a nice opportunity to talk

Kitty and Sarah with some of the Whiddon girls

Peter and Mike

Sarah made many friends

(she usually does!)

Good fellowship

Us with the Whiddons

(After a long day. Can you tell?)

Pete finds like minded young men to fellowship with

Eddie talks with Mr. Stone

Future godly wives and mothers

May God bless you all as you endeavor to walk in His ways